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  Genital modification and mutilation
Genital modification is a term used to describe changes or body modifications made to the genitals, usually for non-medical reasons.
Western opposition to female circumcision and most other forms of genital modification performed on infants is fairly universal, although male circumcision remains controversial, as it is still practiced to a considerable extent in the United States and in Jewish communities in other modern Western countries.
Some consider sex reassignment surgery to be a form of genital mutilation if performed without the consent of the individual concerned, for example if performed on a child, such as in the case of children born intersexed.
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 Genital modification and mutilation - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Genital modification and genital mutilation both can refer to permanent or temporary changes to the human genitals.
When genital alterations are used for punishment, typically for rape, adultery or other socially forbidden sexual practices, such mutilations have included castration (actual or chemical) or penectomy.
Such modifications run the gamut from single to multiple piercings, small decorative marks to complete tattooing, urethral relocation, and, in males, subincision or even complete bisection.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Genital_modification_and_mutilation   (375 words)

  
 Genital integrity - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Genital Integrity is a name for the principle that all human beings, whether male, female or intersexed, have the right to bodily integrity.
It opposes involuntary and medically unnecessary genital modification and mutilation, including male or female circumcision, or sexual reassignment-surgery on intersexual children.
Those advocating Genital Integrity assert that laws against genital modification and mutilation of minors should apply equally to males, females, and also to involuntary sex reassignment.
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 Genital modification and mutilation   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
In most cases the term "genital mutilation" refers to genital modifications performed involuntarily on infants or children, often without anesthesia.
All intactivists and some others consider sex reassignment surgery to be a form of genital mutilation if performed without the consent of the individual concerned, for example if performed on a child.
All intactivists and some others consider sex reassignment surgery to be a form of genital mutilation if performed without the consent of the individual concerned, for example if performed on a child, such as in the case of children born intersexed.
www.sciencedaily.com /encyclopedia/genital_modification_and_mutilation   (746 words)

  
 Genital stage   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Male Vs. Female Genital Modification A comparison of the AAP's statements on male genital modification and female genital modification.
Genital Mutilation and The United Nations: Male And Female Circumcision, Human Rights, and The R by Anastasios Zavales - The world community is increasingly educated on crimes against humanity, in particular, about individuals practicing genital mutilation, commonly termed circumcision.
Female Genital Mutilation An introduction including what it is, countries that practise it, and a discussion on the religious influence, plus links.
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 Genital modification and mutilation   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Genital modification is a term used to describe or body modifications made to the genitals usually for non-medical reasons.
Issues surrounding alleged "genital mutilation" became in the English -speaking world in the latter quarter of 20th century when opponents of female circumcision often female genital mutilation (FGM) made Westerners aware of the in African and Muslim countries.
Western to female circumcision and most other forms genital modification performed on infants is fairly although male circumcision remains controversial as it is still to a considerable extent in the United States and in Jewish communities in other modern Western countries.
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 Genital modification and mutilation - free-definition   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Genital mutilation is a term used to describe changes or body mutilations which destroy some or all of the functions of the genitalia, especially non-consensual mutilations done without medical diagnosis.
The use of these terms is controversial, with some people considering any form of genital modification or mutilation to be mutilation, and others wishing not to express any kind of opinion as to the desirability or otherwise of genital modifications and mutilations.
The routine modification and mutilation of infants' genitals is an old practice that many societies have engaged in during various periods in the past.
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 Genital modification and mutilation - Term Explanation on IndexSuche.Com
Western opposition to female circumcision and most other forms of genital modification performed on infants is fairly universal, although male circumcision remains controversial, as it is still practiced to a considerable extent in the United_States and in Jewish communities in other modern Western countries.
Some consider sex_reassignment_surgery to be a form of genital mutilation if performed without the consent of the individual concerned, for example if performed on a child, such as in the case of children born intersex ed.
Some opponents of involuntary genital modification on infants and children argue that "mutilation" is the best term to describe the procedures because the procedures are performed without consent; however, dictionary definitions do not hold up consent as a criterion for separating mutilation from non-mutilation.
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 Definition of Genital modification and mutilation   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Genital modification and genital mutilation are controversial terms.
Both can refer to permanent or temporary changes to the human genitals, but they are used differently by different people, with little consensus on their use.
When genital alterations are used for punishment, typically for rape, adultery or other socially forbidden sexual practices, the choice of words becomes a legal issue.
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Genital Modification Human Rights Abuse or Entrenched Cultural Practice From the American perspective of “normal,” male genital modification does not compare to the horror of female genital modification.
Genital warts (condylomata acuminate or venereal warts) are the most easily recognized sign of genital HPV infection.
Genital stimulation appears to be an important factor initiating changes within the brain favoring the maternal behavi...
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 Genital modification and mutilation - InformationBlast
People opposing the non-medically necessary modification of the genitals of unconsenting minors, whether male, female, intersexed, or other are intactivists, promoting "genital integrity".
In some cases, people elect to have their genitals radically altered or pierced with spikes or rings, as an extreme form of body modification.
In addition to various types of piercing of genitals, some actually change the form of their genitals, such as by subincision or genital bisection.
www.informationblast.com /Genital_mutilation.html   (652 words)

  
 Female Genital Mutilation.... or Modification?
This level is the illegalization of all female genital modification, namely piercing and tattooing.
The modification can take the form of a simple piercing all the way to a full blown operation in which tissue is removed or reshaped.
The idea that the elective modification of a woman's genitals is illegal and a man can go in at any age, including under the age of consent, and have his genitals altered through circumcision is sexist and should not be allowed.
www.bmezine.com /news/edit/A41006/artfemal.html   (1670 words)

  
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The diagnosis of genital chlamydial infections is difficult and...
Genital herpes is a disease that does not have a cure.
Genital herpes causes burning, itching and is known to sting upon contact.
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 Genital   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
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 Body modification - free-definition   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Body modification (or body alteration) is the permanent or semi-permanent deliberate altering of the human body for non-medical reasons, most often religious or aesthetic.
One controversial form of body modification is the attempt to resemble another race, such as Asians having their epicanthic folds modified to resemble Caucasian eyes or skin lightened with dyes, or African-Americans straightening their hair or getting a nose job.
Those opposed to the practice of sexual reassignment surgery may consider it genital mutilation, done for psychological reasons; this is universally rejected by those in favor of it, who more often consider the reasons medical.
www.free-definition.com /Disfigurement.html   (338 words)

  
 genital (circumcision,female,genital,herpes,male,mutilation)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The International Coalition for genital Integrity is an alliance of activist and supporting organizations dedicated to protecting the normal anatomy of males, females and the intersexed from circumcision and unnecessary surgery.
HSV-1 is transmitted chiefly by contact with infected saliva, whereas HSV-2 is transmitted sexually or from a mother's genital tract infection to her newborn.Herpes simplex infections are asymptomatic in as many as 80% of patients, but symptomatic infections may be characterized by...
Oral herpes, an infection caused by the herpes simplex virus, is estimated to be present in 50 to 80 percent of the American adult population.
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 Piercing Art Chakra:: La PAZ Body Modification ::
Body Modification is a sacred act of great trust and intimacy between humans, involving energy and the exchange of movement.
Traditionally body modification was used to achieve a higher level of spirituality, to open the doors of enlightenment, beauty, and inner peace.
Others use body modification as a right of passage, to prove ones bravery to earn social status or maturity amongst thier community.
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 Body piercing - free-definition   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
It involves piercing a part of the human body and subsequently inserting and keeping a foreign object in the opening until the wound heals.
Genital piercings are some of the most common, and some piercers report that the Prince Albert piercing is the most popular of all.
Many wearers of genital piercings keep their jewelry in during sexual intercourse and other sexual activities, but others find it uncomfortable.
www.free-definition.com /Body-piercing.html   (634 words)

  
 Mutilation... or misinformation?
Above this title is an eye-catching photograph of a pair of women's feet, posed on a blood-spotted white mat with a pair of pliers, a pair of hemostats, and a needle and thread.
And all of my modifications are the result of careful thought and deliberation, not boredom or the desire for something shocking or extreme.
Suzie and Isa both seek genital modifications to enhance their sexuality, and J removed her labia for aesthetic reasons.
www.bmezine.com /news/edit/A40319/artmutil.html   (1718 words)

  
 FGM vs. MGM
All forms of genital modification, including genital piercing, are a violation of a child's right to their own bodily integrity.
There is no medical indication for any surgical modification of a child's genitals unless there is a medical condition present that has not responded to less invasive treatments.
When the law banning all forms of FGM was adopted in 96 they had to word it carefully so that it would only protect minor females and not outlaw the modification of male genitals as well, because this would apply to male circumcision.
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 Genital piercing becoming more common on college campuses
A recent Mayo Clinic study showed that genital piercing is becoming more common with young people on college campuses, moving into the mainstream of educated youth.
With the new prevalence in genital piercing, it’s important to know what is and isn’t a good idea for this kind of piercing.
Genital piercing has become popular in particular for the connection to sexual arousal.
www.body-jewelry-useek.com /1020-genital-piercing.htm   (390 words)

  
 GENDERS: FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION   (Fyrir KA)   (JE 2004-10-26.16.00)  SOURCE: Genital ...
Genital modification is a term used to describe
Genital mutilation is a term used to describe changes or body mutilations which destroy some or all of the functions of the genitalia, especially non-consensual mutilations
mutilation to be mutilation, and others wishing not to express any kind of opinion as to the desirability or otherwise of genital modifications and mutilations.
www.hi.is /~joner/eaps/fem-gen1.htm   (243 words)

  
 female genital (circumcision,female,genital,herpes,mutilation,rights)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Our mission is to raise public awareness about male genital cutting practices and to increase public understanding of genital integrity as a fundamental human right.
An international network of attorneys and supporters addressing the multi-faceted issue of genital mutilation of children, particularly the practice of male circumcision.
While contributing to the advancement of the field in general, we are currently focusing our work on the issue of female genital Mutilation to assert women's rights to their bodily integrity.
www.health-x.com /health-x/female-genital.html   (1835 words)

  
 AAP: MGM vs FGM
When parents request a ritual genital procedure for their daughter, they believe that it will promote their daughter's integration into their culture, protect her virginity, and thereby guarantee her desirability as a marriage partner.
Genital ulcers related to STD may increase susceptibility to HIV in both circumcised and uncircumcised men, but uncircumcised status is independently associated with the risk for HIV infection in several studies.
There does appear to be a plausible biologic explanation for this association in that the mucous surface of the uncircumcised penis allows for viral attachment to lymphoid cells at or near the surface of the mucous membrane, as well as an increased likelihood of minor abrasions resulting in increased HIV access to target tissues.
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