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The dilemma of worldwide typology and terminology of FGM--with special reference to Sudan.

Ahfad Journal

| June 01, 2008 | Ahmed, Abdel Magied | COPYRIGHT 2008 Ahfad University for Women. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

Abstract

The objective of this article is the development of pertinent FGM typology, through using the local languages and / or dialects that are comprehensible to and culturally accepted by the individuals of different societies.

WHO (1996) typology and the recently (2007) proposed modified WHO one have been criticized. Alternatives for FGM used typology and terminology have been suggested.

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Introduction:

Of all problems traceable to traditional beliefs, and which adversely affect the health and lives of girls and women in Africa today, those arising from FGM are by far the most serious. ...

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