Ghana: Female Genital Mutilation Practioners to Get Prison Jul 20, 2008
She said FGM covered a spectrum of procedures including Clitorisdectomy (partial or total removal of the clitoris), Excision, where the clitoris and labia minora were removed, Infibulation, that was the complete removal of clitoris and inner surface of the labia majora and the unclassified referring to the application of other substances to the genitals. Relevant Links. (allAfrica.com)
Fighting Female Genital Mutilation in Ghana Mar 17, 2008
Excision, which is the second, involves the removal of the clitoris and the labia minora ... It also includes the pulling of the labia minora or smaller lips to make them long.. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Practitioners of FGM to be jailed Jan 18, 2008
She said FGM covered a spectrum of procedures including Clitorisdectomy (partial or total removal of the clitoris), Excision, where the clitoris and labia minora were removed, Infibulation, that was the complete removal of clitoris and inner surface of the labia majora and the unclassified referring to the application of other substances to the genitals. The major reason for going through FGM was to reduce the sensitivity of the woman to sexual intercourse to make her faithful to her husband. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Using reason to challenge the Islamic status quo Apr 15, 2007
Stitching young girls' outer labia minora is meant to keep them pure and intact. No one can say how much longer women must continue to bear this torture unless those from inside the system decide to make changes. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
A Small Revolution in Cairo: Theologians Battle Female Circumcision Dec 7, 2006
Type II, or "excision": Removal of the entire clitoris and part or all of the labia minora. Type III, or "infibulation": Removal of part or all of the external genitalia and stitching together of the vaginal orifice, leaving only a small opening. (Yahoo News -- Religion)
US Marines' Gang-rape of a Filipina: A Violation of a Womans ... Dec 4, 2006
During the hearing, a forensic expert proved that contusions on both sides of labia minora were indicative of a forceful entry of a blunt object. During cross-examination that is re-traumatic for a rape victim, Nicole testified that she resisted but felt helpless, as she was drunk. (Bay Area Indymedia)
Sudan: Living With the Trauma of FGM Jun 3, 2006
Hala, like most Sudanese women, underwent infibulation, where the whole clitoris is removed as well as the labia minora and the labia majora. The two sides are then stitched together to create a very small opening for urine and blood to flow. (allAfrica.com)
Study Shows Dangers of Circumcision for Childbirth Jun 3, 2006
The death rate during and immediately after birth is also much higher for those born to mothers with FGM: 15 per cent so in those with FGM I (excision of the prepuce, with or without excision of part or all of the clitoris); 32 per cent in those with FGM II (excision of the clitoris with partial or total excision of the labia minora); and 55 per cent in those with FGM III.. It is estimated that in the African context an additional 10 to 20 babies die per 1,000 deliveries as a result of the... (allAfrica.com)
Surgery Tightens Vagina, Changes Appearance May 5, 2006
"Labiaplasty is a reduction or the recontouring of the small lips on the outside of the vagina, called the labia minora," Blatt said. When asked why patients seek the procedure, Blatt explained, "This is done for cosmetic reasons, people don't like the way they look. ... Women report more healthier, happier sex lives, and their husbands notice a big difference, too.". (KCRA 3, CA)
Painful Experience Apr 22, 2006
The most common form of genital mutilation performed in Ghana is known as the excision which include removal of all, or part of, the labia minora, and cutting of the labia majora to create raw surfaces, which are then stitched or held together in order to form a cover over the vagina when they heal. During this process, a small hole is left to allow urine and menstrual blood to flow. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
How Do My Genitals Look Today? Jan 28, 2006
I don't care if porn star pussies make you feel bad about your labia minora, which leads to a loss of your self-esteem. That's too damned bad. (Wired News)
