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* Deformed foreskins — The common type of deformed foreskin is the narrow non-retractable foreskin of [[phimosis]]. Circumcision is the traditional treatment for phimosis, however circumcision is less performed today because newer conservative treatments are now available that preserve the foreskin and its many useful functions.
* Diseased foreskins — Diseases for which circumcision may be indicated include [[Penile cancer| malignant tumor]], [[Balanitis xerotica obliterans| lichen sclerosis]], recurrent yeast infection in diabetic males,<ref name="verma2011">{{REFjournal
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