FGM Flashcards
1
Q
What is type 1 FGM?
A
Clitoridectomy - partial or total removal of the clitoris, rarely only the prepuce (surrounding fold of skin).
2
Q
What is type 2 FGM?
A
Excision - partial or total removal of the clitoris and the labia minora, with or without excision of the labia majora.
3
Q
What is type 3 FGM?
A
Infibulation - narrowing of vaginal opening through creation of covering seal formed by cutting and repositioning the labia minora or majora, sometimes through stitching, with or without removal of clitoris.
4
Q
What is type 4 FGM?
A
All other harmful procedures for non-medical purposes.
5
Q
What are some immediate complications of FGM?
A
Severe pain Excessive bleeding Fever infections Urinary problems wound healing problems shock death
6
Q
What are the long term complications of FGM?
A
UTI/dysuria Vaginal infection, itching, discharge Painful menses, difficulty passing blood Scar tissue/keloid Sexual dysfunction Childbirth complications Depression/anxiety PTSD etc
7
Q
Where is the practice of FGM most common?
A
Africa, Middle East and Asia.
