‘My mother apologised’: A survivor’s journey after genital mutilation

• FGM can remain undetected into adulthood; clinicians should maintain awareness that patients may present without prior knowledge of their status, requiring sensitive screening and disclosure conversations.
• Psychological impact of discovering FGM later in life can be significant; survivors may experience delayed trauma responses and should be offered appropriate mental health support alongside gynaecological care.
• Early identification and safeguarding are critical; healthcare professionals should recognise FGM during childhood assessments and implement protective measures to prevent harm to future generations.

Sara Kahsai was 29 when she found out she had FGM as a baby.

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