Encyclopedia: Infibulation
Infibulation, in modern usage, is the practice of surgical closure of the labia majora by sewing them together to partially seal the vagina, leaving only a small hole for the passage of urine and menstrual blood. The legs are bound together for approximately two weeks to allow the labia to heal into a barrier. The procedure is usually done on young girls before the onset of puberty, to ensure chastity....
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