I am not defending male circumcision in any way, but one thing to remember is that,I am not defending male circumcision in any way, but one thing to remember is that... No offense, but I don't think anyone has the right to tell a victim that the amount of mutilation they've undergone is somehow "less" than other types of mutilation. Cuttin someone's genitals is cutting someone's genitals. Many types of female circumcision are anatomically similar to male circumcision. And why is it so certain that it is more damaging to the older women? An infant's brain is exceptionally sensitive to stimulus. The cutting of circumcision FLOODS the infant brain with cortisol and God knows what other stress chemicals. Some people postulate that this causes lifelong psychological problems in some men. Has anyone ever considered WHY the US has such high rates of violence, murder, and rape compared to other wealthy nations?