Circumcision

Complications of male circumcision over 10 years: A single center experience. Abstract: Introduction: Circumcision is the oldest and the most commonly performed surgical procedure all over the world for religious, ritual or medical purposes. It is a relatively safe procedure with a low overall complication rate. The aim of the study is to review the complications of male circumcision and how to avoid. Methods: Retrospectively we reviewed our institutional data base for all males operated in or…

little to no reproductive health rights. Within many of these cultures, the practice of female circumcision is performed quite often to young girls. Female circumcision…

Introduction Female Mutilation also known as female circumcision and female genital cutting is a very popular practice in many countries in Africa and also known to be practiced in The Middle East and parts of Asia. Female genital cutting is a very popular practice in the non-western world and because this is relatively unknown in western culture, the thoughts on this practice are generally always negative in response to hearing it. The way it is done and most of the time forced upon these…

Circumcision can be traced back to ancient Egyptian times. Its mention is found in religious texts and in the twentieth century circumcision was regarded as being medically necessary in preventing various diseases and complications in males. In some cultures, it is a rite of passage, while in others it is done for socio-cultural and medical reasons. Currently, in the United States of America, circumcision is one of the most commonly performed medical surgeries in hospitals. Centers for Disease…

Before now, I was only really familiar with the practices of male circumcision. Learning about FGM is very interesting, but also a troubling topic. It seems that this is a very painful process, and one that does more harm than good to women. I think that it differs from male circumcision because it does not seem as necessary for a woman to go through this process, than a man. To me, this is why it seems fairly uncommon in the United States. Also, I think it is different for women because women…

Factors Influencing Female Genital Circumcision in Kenya 1.1 Statement of problem: According to Shell-Duncan, B( 2001), Female genital circumcision is a widespread cultural practice and affects millions of young women in Africa Female genital circumcision causes a wide range of health complications.Short term health complications like bleeding, Infection, Pain, and Trauma. On the other side, Long-term health complications include Problems with gynecological health, Increased risk of sexually…

“The idea of female circumcision stems from a cultural tradition that includes cutting of female genitals without medical assistance or local anesthesia (Taylor & Francis, 686).” Female circumcision is a cultural practice that has been around for thousands of years and was once a global practice. The practice FGM (Female Genital Mutilation) is mainly used in the African countries but is used in western countries and the Middle East. Female circumcision is a problem that should be stopped because…

It is horrifying to see what these women and young girls have had to endure when going through a female circumcision. In a few videos, articles and books I have read it explains that most of these girls have to be held down against their will to have this procedure done. What is female genital mutilation; also called female circumcision? It refers to a procedure that intentionally changes or causes injury to the female genital organs for non-medical reasons. There are many reasons FGM is…

tells the supporters in Matthew 28:19, "… show all countries, sanctifying through water them for the sake of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:". 2. Religious male circumcision.Is the ejection of the foreskin from the penis Male circumcision practiced as a religious custom is found in works of the Hebrew Bible, as a noteworthy…

Case Analysis The idea of female circumcision is a culturally accepted norm that should be permissible to any woman who desires to have this surgery completed. Traditions should not be restricted by what other cultures believe to be right or wrong. Although the surgery may include risks, some women may still want the surgery to be performed because of their culture background and beliefs. If they choose to do this surgery, they should not let people with different cultures or views affect their…