What is Foreskin?

Here are some of the main functions of the foreskin: 

1. Protection- Similar to how the eyelids protect the eyes. The foreskin keeps the glans protected from clothing abrasion. For babies, the glans prevent feces from contacting the urethra and glans. 

2. Temperature/pH- Foreskin keeps the temperature and pH of the glans at balanced levels. 

3. Intercourse- Foreskin aids intercourse in many ways. The glans are constantly covered, smooth, and moist. This makes intercourse less painful for the partner being penetrated. The moisture is attributed to smegma, a buildup of skin cells, oils and semen. Smegma is actually natural and a good thing, but it is perceived as dirty. Smegma is prevalent in intact males and even females.  

4. Nerves- This one goes along with intercourse. When the foreskin is amputated, thousands and thousands of erogenous nerves are removed. This significantly reduces pleasure in circumcised men.