scholarly journals The Impact of Migration on Attitudes to Female Genital Cutting and Experiences of Sexual Dysfunction Among Migrant Women with FGC

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 18-24 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sara Johnsdotter
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Dysfunction ◽  
Female Genital Cutting ◽  
Migrant Women ◽  
Genital Cutting ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Female Genital

The Impact of Female Genital Cutting on First Delivery in Southwest Nigeria

2002 ◽  
Vol 33 (2) ◽  
pp. 173-184 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tracy E. Slanger ◽  
Rachel C. Snow ◽  
Friday E. Okonofua
Keyword(s):  
Female Genital Cutting ◽  
Southwest Nigeria ◽  
Genital Cutting ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Female Genital

The perspectives of Gambian men on the sexuality of cut and uncut women

Sexualities ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 20 (5-6) ◽  
pp. 521-534
Author(s):  
Inger-Lise Lien
Keyword(s):  
Personal Experience ◽  
Sexual Experience ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Sexual Scripts ◽  
Sexual Pleasure ◽  
Female Genital Cutting ◽  
Genital Cutting ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Sexual Feelings ◽  
Female Genital

The aim of the study has been to investigate men’s perspective on the effect of female genital cutting (FGC) on both women and men’s sexual feelings, their sensitivity, well-being and attitudes. Do men perceive any difference between a cut and an uncut woman when it comes to sexuality? If so, how do men understand and interpret the impact of FGC? Will their personal sexual experience have an influence on their attitude to the practice? Is there a mismatch between sexual scripts and personal experience when it comes to FGC? During 2014, 50 Gambian men, Mandinka and Wolof, and eight Mandinka women were interviewed. The interviews had a qualitative and open structure, and the men were asked to compare and assess the effects that they thought FGC had on the women, and on the sexual act itself, as they experienced it. The interviews disclosed that men perceive a difference in the feelings and behaviour expressed by women who are cut and those who are uncut. Their sense of women’s feelings have an impact on their own sexual pleasure, and on their attitude to the practice.

scholarly journals Egypt: NGOs need to join forces to end FGC

2000 ◽  
Author(s):  
Keyword(s):  
Community Development ◽  
Nongovernmental Organizations ◽  
Communication Skills ◽  
Female Genital Cutting ◽  
Population Council ◽  
Leading Role ◽  
Genital Cutting ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Female Genital

Until recently, the practice of female genital cutting (FGC) has been nearly universal in Egypt. However, a 1998 national survey found the first signs of a decline in the practice among adolescents since 1994. Nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) working in community development, health, and women’s rights have played a leading role in advocating eradication of FGC in Egypt. To document and assess the impact of anti-FGC programs, the Population Council conducted an assessment from August 1999 to February 2000. Researchers telephoned numerous Egyptian NGOs to identify those most actively involved in anti-FGC programs. Then they conducted in-depth interviews with officials of 15 NGOs, as well as staff of the Ministry of Health and Population, UNICEF, and the United Nations Population Fund. As concluded in this brief, 15 Egyptian nongovernmental organizations are actively involved in programs to eradicate the practice of female genital cutting. To make these programs more effective, NGOs should form coalitions, engage in advocacy, train activists in communication skills, and evaluate the impact of their programs.

Health of Immigrant and Refugee Women

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aniyizhai Annamalai
Keyword(s):  
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder ◽  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Stress Disorder ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Female Genital Cutting ◽  
Migrant Women ◽  
Genital Cutting ◽  
Female Genital

Providers encounter increasingly diverse patient populations, as migration of people continues to increase worldwide. Health of migrant women is influenced by factors before migration as well as those affecting the migratory process and resettlement. Cultural factors influence patient beliefs and attitudes toward all facets of reproductive health including contraception. Providers may also encounter sequelae of traditional practices such as female genital cutting. Migrant women may be at a higher risk of violence both due to intimate partner violence and risks encountered during migration. They are also at risk for psychological sequelae resulting from stressors before and after displacement. Posttraumatic stress disorder prevalence is higher compared to local populations. Whereas migrants still carry a high burden of infectious disease, chronic health conditions are becoming increasingly common in many groups. Healthcare providers with an awareness of health issues faced by migrants can contribute to improving overall health of migrants and ease the process of resettlement for these people. This review contains 53 references, 1 figure, and 10 tables. Key Words: female genital cutting, immigrant, intestinal parasites, intimate partner violence, migration, nutrition, posttraumatic stress disorder, refugee, reproductive health, tuberculosis

Health of Immigrant and Refugee Women

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aniyizhai Annamalai
Keyword(s):  
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder ◽  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Stress Disorder ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Female Genital Cutting ◽  
Migrant Women ◽  
Genital Cutting ◽  
Female Genital

Providers encounter increasingly diverse patient populations, as migration of people continues to increase worldwide. Health of migrant women is influenced by factors before migration as well as those affecting the migratory process and resettlement. Cultural factors influence patient beliefs and attitudes toward all facets of reproductive health including contraception. Providers may also encounter sequelae of traditional practices such as female genital cutting. Migrant women may be at a higher risk of violence both due to intimate partner violence and risks encountered during migration. They are also at risk for psychological sequelae resulting from stressors before and after displacement. Posttraumatic stress disorder prevalence is higher compared to local populations. Whereas migrants still carry a high burden of infectious disease, chronic health conditions are becoming increasingly common in many groups. Healthcare providers with an awareness of health issues faced by migrants can contribute to improving overall health of migrants and ease the process of resettlement for these people. This review contains 53 references, 1 figure, and 10 tables. Key Words: female genital cutting, immigrant, intestinal parasites, intimate partner violence, migration, nutrition, posttraumatic stress disorder, refugee, reproductive health, tuberculosis

scholarly journals Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting Resulting in Genital Tract Obstruction and Sexual Dysfunction: A Case Report and Literature Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
Anwar Sadat Seidu ◽  
Haruna Danamiji Osman ◽  
Kingsley Appiah Bimpong ◽  
Kwame Afriyie
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Dysfunction ◽  
Cultural Values ◽  
Genital Tract ◽  
Female Genital Mutilation ◽  
External Genitalia ◽  
Female Genital Cutting ◽  
Genital Mutilation ◽  
Genital Cutting ◽  
Type 3 ◽  
Female Genital

Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) is the practice of cutting parts of the female external genitalia in fulfillment of sociocultural obligations and in some cases for nonmedical reasons. It is classified into 4 main types depending on the extent of cutting. Some forms of FGM/C are common in at least 29 countries globally, mainly in Africa. The overall prevalence of FGM/C in Ghana is approximately 4%. The motivation for this practice varies from community to community but includes the fulfillment of cultural values, uplifting the girl child, and, according to some reports, reducing sexual desire and promiscuity. The objective of this article is to illustrate how FGM/C resulted in sexual dysfunction in a young woman married for 2 years. We present a 19-year-old female who was subjected to female genital cutting in her formative years who presented with apareunia for 2 years in her marriage. We illustrated how FGM/C led to a genital tract obstruction with resultant sexual dysfunction. Examination revealed a Type 3 FGM/C (infibulation) with almost complete occlusion of the genital tract. She underwent a successful defibulation and resumed sexual activity with her husband within 6 weeks of the procedure.

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