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'''Female Genital Mutilation''' (FGM) is a practice common in certain parts of the world, especially where traditionalist and [[fundamentalist]] faiths reign.  It is seen especially in parts of [[Asia]], the [[Middle East]], and East [[Africa]].  There are many types of FGM, but most share the common characteristics of involuntary mutilation of the clitoris.  There are many potential genito-urinary complications, including decreased sexual pleasure, infection, increase in danger of childbirth and urinary incontinence.   

'''Female Genital Mutilation''' (FGM) is a practice common in certain parts of the world, especially where traditionalist and [[fundamentalist]] faiths reign.  There are many types of FGM, but most share the common characteristics of mutilation or removal of the clitoris.  This is sometimes referred to as "female [[circumcision]]".

 

It is practised especially in parts of [[Asia]], the [[Middle East]], and East [[Africa]], usually when the girl is young or [[adolescent]], often forcibly and against their wishes.  There are many potential genito-urinary complications, including decreased sexual pleasure, infection, increase in danger of childbirth and urinary incontinence.   

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