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How do I identify FGM/C?

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Signs a girl has undergone FGM/C are subtle and can easily go unnoticed.

The list below is not exhaustive and different girls may have different experiences depending on the type of FGM/C and the severity of the cut. The symptoms listed here can be used as a starting point in identifying who is at risk and who has already undergone FGM/C.   
 

 

-Page last updated 01/06/2023. Our team aims to regularly update this toolkit to ensure the most recent and accurate information is reflected.

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