The demand for circumcision in Swaziland has dramatically increased since it was
reported that circumcision ensures 60% protection against HIV infection. The aim of this
study was to explore the reasons for, and the motives behind, this increasing interest in
undergoing circumcision. A generic qualitative research design was used, in which 17
circumcised men selected by convenience sampling at FLAS Clinic, Mbabane,
participated. In-depth unstructured face-to-face interviews were used to collect data.
The results showed that the main reasons for circumcision are perceived health,
hygiene and sexual benefits, community influences, as well as medical reasons. It was
concluded that the major motives underlying circumcision are personal and partner
safety and satisfaction during sex. These motives were found to be both promotive and
threatening to the interests of public health. After evaluating the risks and benefits, it
was recommended that mass circumcision be promoted alongside reinforced and
accurate health education on circumcision / Health Studies
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:netd.ac.za/oai:union.ndltd.org:unisa/oai:umkn-dsp01.int.unisa.ac.za:10500/10492 |
| Date | 10 September 2013 |
| Creators | Maibvise, Charles |
| Contributors | Mavundla, T. R. |
| Source Sets | South African National ETD Portal |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Dissertation |
| Format | 1 online resource (x, 135 leaves.) |
| Rights | University of South Africa |
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