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I don't recall reading that you have visited him in Vietnam. I hope that you are able to do that but thanks anyway for your reports on your relationship in Thailand.

That makes sense, if the show was in Hebrew or even Persian.  That could be a challenge to get the humor in that case.

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Comparing "female circumcision," which carries only deleterious effects, and no health benefits, with male circumcision is simply factually wrong. The health benefits of male circumcision, particularly in substantially reducing the risk in urinary tract infections in infants and toddlers, far outweigh the risks--and that's a solid fact. While I certainly wouldn't characterize it as abuse not to circumcise male infants, the science definitely states that benefits far exceed the (very minimal) risks. Opponents of circumcision only use factually disproven arguments to support their emotional preferences. As suggested by a prior poster, studies of men who've had circumcision as adults have been done, disproving the bogus allegation that sexual pleasure or sensitivity of the glans decrease after circumcision. Any comparison to "female circumcision" is baseless.  AI Overview     Male circumcision offers several health benefits, including reduced risks of urinary tract infections (UTIs), sexually transmitted infections (STIs) like HIV, HPV, and herpes, and penile cancer, while also preventing foreskin issues such as phimosis (inability to retract foreskin) and balanitis (inflammation), and simplifying hygiene. Medical bodies like the AAP state benefits outweigh risks, though it's not universally recommended, with neonatal circumcision carrying lower risks than later procedures.    Key Health Benefits: Reduced UTI Risk: Significantly lowers the risk of urinary tract infections, particularly in infancy.    STI Protection: Decreases the risk of acquiring HIV, HPV, genital herpes, syphilis, and chancroid.    Penile Cancer Prevention: Lowers the risk of penile cancer, though it's already rare.    Foreskin Problems: Prevents conditions like phimosis (tight foreskin), paraphimosis (trapped foreskin), and balanitis (inflammation).    Improved Hygiene: Easier genital hygiene and prevention of smegma buildup.    Partner Health: May reduce risks of bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis, and cervical cancer for female partners.    Considerations: Procedure Safety:  Generally safe when done by a trained professional with pain management, with lower risks in newborns.    Not Essential:  These benefits are significant, but circumcision is not considered medically necessary for all males.    Organizations' Stance: The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) concludes that benefits outweigh risks, supporting parental choice and insurance coverage, while the American Urological Association (AUA) highlights its safety and benefits in preventing certain conditions.