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ختان الإناث في مصر 1995 - 2003
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Journal Article
ختان الإناث في مصر 1995 - 2003
2006
Overview
Female Genital Mutilation (female circumcision) has been an important subject for many people in Egypt. It has been practiced for centuries in Africa, a few in Asia, Europe and America. It has become an integral part of the cultures in these societies. Where female circumcision is prevalent in many cultures, it appears to be related to ensure chastity and honor of women and girls. This study represents trends, levels and differentials of female circumcision in Egypt The main source of data is Egypt Demographic and Health Survey in the years 1995, 2000,2003. Based on the results the main findings are: Female circumcision is commonly practiced by about 80%. Concerning type of circumcision, it was found t at it is from first and second degree. About 5% of them suffered from complications. The majority of female circumcision performed by doctors and dayas and it was at home. Female circumcision performed for girls before adult-hood in ages 4 7-12 years. There is no difference in the percentages of women who have circumcised their daughters between the data of demographic and health survey in the three years 1995, 2000, 2003. The percentage of women who intend to circumcise their daughters decrease in 2000 and 2003 compared to 1995. There is a strong relationship between place of residence and female circumcision. It is common in rural areas compared to urban areas. The data also shows that when educational level increases the percentages of female circumcision decrease. Regard the person who perform female circumcision there is a big difference according to characteristics of mothers. There is no big difference in the median age of female circumcision. 10. Participation of women in labor force decreases the percentages of female circumcision. TV is the main source of information about female circumcision.
