How does male circumcision reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs)?
A) Smegma, which attracted STIs, does not form without a prepuce.
B) Removal of the prepuce removes blood vessels that carry organisms.
C) Langerhans cells on the penis are exposed and fight off organisms.
D) Removal allows for the glans penis to keratinize.

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The removal of the prepuce allows the glans penis to become keratinized, which provides a tougher barrier to infection and reduces the risk of certain STIs.

How Does Male Circumcision Reduce the Risk of Sexually Transmitted