Exploring barriers to seeking health care among Kenyan Somali women with female genital mutilation: a qualitative study

Exploring barriers to seeking health care among Kenyan Somali women with female genital mutilation: a qualitative study

Abstract Background Female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) is a cultural practice associated with health consequences, women rights and deprivation of dignity. Despite FGM/C-related health consequences, circumcised women may encounter additional challenges while seeking interventions for reproduc...

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Main Authors: Samuel Kimani, Caroline W. Kabiru, Jacinta Muteshi, Jaldesa Guyo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-01-01
Series:BMC International Health and Human Rights
Subjects:
Female genital mutilation or cutting
FGM/C
Barriers
Health care seeking
Somali
Kenya
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12914-020-0222-6

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