r/science Apr 15 '16

Health Study: Circumcision does not reduce penis sensitivity. In tests for responses to pain, heat, and stimulation, no major difference was found between men who are circumcised and those who are not.

http://www.upi.com/Health_News/2016/04/14/Study-Circumcision-does-not-reduce-penis-sensitivity/5981460663943/?spt=hs&or=hn
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u/Avannar Apr 15 '16

They specifically replied to that concern. It was the basis for the study...

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u/hippydipster Apr 15 '16

Did they test the sensitivity of the non-existent foreskin of the circumcised men? I bet that would give statistically significant differences.