for parents who have a circumcised son here are a few simple care tips: if there is a vaseline gauze dressing it should be removed within the first 48 hours. once the gauze is removed apply a lubricant such as vaseline or ky jelly with each diaper change until the circumcision is healed - so that it does not stick to the diaper. as the circimcision heals it may form a yellow sticky layer of skin called granulation tissue (this is often confused with pus). once the circumcision is completely healed (about 1 week) you may stop using the vaseline. at this time you should start to retract any remaining foreskin once a day to prevent the formation of adhesions (scar tissue).
how should we care for our son's circumcision?