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It is insofar as it is a lot more severe depending on how extensive the mutilation is. However the practice of the amputation of the male prepuce (foreskin) should also be seen as a mutilation that causes permanent damage to the penis and its effectiveness.

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Q: Is female genital mutilation different from male circumcision?
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What is female circumcision also called?

Female genital mutilation.


How might one argue that it is appropriate to perform a circumcision on a male infant?

Be dishonest. because there just is no argument that can justufy male genital mutilation any more then you can argue the apropriatenes of Female genital mutilation.


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What is the significance of circumcision to Jews?

This is a form of mutilation they have been told to inflict on their children and on themselves to fulfill a rule made in their Religious teachings. The removal of any part of the body that is functional and healthy is a mutilation. This tradition Has everything in common with female genital mutilation It. It is interesting to note that this is usually inflicted on children that have no idea what is happening to them or control over whether this gross perversion is inflicted on them. Note: Most Jews do not consider circumcision to be "mutilation" in the same way that most Americans would not consider plastic surgery "mutilation". Note Most women who have their genitals mutilated do not consider Female genital circumcision to be "mutilation" in the same way that most Americans would not consider plastic surgery "mutilation".


What are opinion of the society over female circumcision?

Circumcision is more barbaric and dangerous in females than males. any form of cutting of the genitals be it either to a male or a female falls under the same general concept, Genital mutilation.


Is female circumcision a Muslim practice?

No, its not a practice of Muslims. However the vast majority of victims of this practice, Female Genital mutilation are members of the Muslim religion who by the way also genitally mutilate their boys.


What is female genital mutilation?

Female genital mutilation is the process of surgically removing part or all of the external female genitalia. Although the practice is illegal in many countries, it is done for cultural reasons.


What countries have ruled circumcision illegal?

No country has ruled circumcision illegal However In Germany the circumcision of an infant or child is illegal and considered assault , as is also the case with female genital mutilation.


Are most Somali penises circumcised?

Yes, the vast majority of Somali males undergo circumcision as part of their cultural and religious practices. It is a common tradition in Somali society that is typically carried out during childhood or adolescence.


Advantages and Disadvantages of female genital mutilation?

it causes pain during sexual intercourse


Why women in Nigeria exercise circumcision?

There is no reason other then cultural pressure to have this done to women. Female genital mutilation is designed to take away the pleasure of sex from women and in other cases to also prevent sexual intercourse.


When are female children circumcised in lagos?

Female genital mutilation is done anytime after the age of eight years old.