What are some terms that should be avoided when discussing FGM?

The most common form of female genital mutilation (FGM) or female genital cutting (FGC) practiced in Somalia is Type III (commonly referred to as infibulation) The term Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) refers to all procedures involving partial or total removal of the external female genitalia or other injury to the ... Jan 31, 2025 ... Female genital mutilation (FGM) comprises all procedures that involve partial or total removal of the external female genitalia, or other injury to the female ... Female genital mutilation (FGM) refers to a range of procedures intended to either injure or partially or entirely remove the external female genitalia for any ... Signs FGM might have taken place(Tab content hidden) · Having difficulty walking, standing or sitting. · Spending longer in the bathroom or toilet. · Appearing ... Female genital mutilation (FGM) comprises all procedures that involve partial or total removal of the external female genitalia, or other injury to the female ... Oct 8, 2018 ... FGM involves partial or total removal of the external female genitalia or other injury to the female genital organs that cause anatomical changes for non- ... Dec 6, 2021 ... FGC stands for female genital cutting while FGM is female genital mutilation. It is a procedure in which female genitals are removed for a non- ... 76 percent of women in Burkina Faso aged 15-49 have undergone FGM. The majority of girls undergo FGM before the age of five, with prevalence ranging from 22 ... Jan 22, 2025 ... Female genital mutilation (FGM), also known as female genital cutting and female circumcision, is the partial or full cutting of a girl's clitoris and labia, ...