Sexual Impacts of FGM
Sexual dysfunction is commonly encountered following FGM and can prevail throughout the course of a woman’s life.
Important complications following FGM include:
- Painful sex
- Difficulty reaching orgasm
- Little or no enjoyment in sex
- Reduced sexual desire
- Difficulty in arousal
Adapted from ‘Veiled Pain’.
These symptoms are complex in origin and are a result of both the physiological and psychological impacts of FGM. It is important to consider how sexual dysfunction can impact a woman’s life, especially with regard to her future relationships and social circles. This can, in turn, have enormous consequences on the mental health of an FGM survivor.
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM): Health, Law, and Socio-Cultural Sensitivity
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM): Health, Law, and Socio-Cultural Sensitivity
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