Thanks.
I personally do feel that FGM as it is commonly practiced is intended to specifically alter the woman's sexual practice,
That is the justification that is often given.
while male circumcision is often specifically done for health or religious reasons, ie. not done to specifically hinder the man
There is no compelling argument to do male circumcision for health reasons - there is just a belief that there is and I think that is part of the problem. Further I think this is based in the fact that medical culture has been influenced very strongly by religious belief and false health assumptions in the past. This just perpetuates the behaviour and attitude that it is OK.
I personally feel that if it was a dangerous or dubious practice it wouldn't be as wide spread in the western world, but I'm no expert, it's just my opinion.
I used to think that but if you actually look at it there is little evidence that it does any good and it does have real risks - if you work in a urology clinic it is quite common to see them even in the UK. Most men don't talk about them because it is an embarrassing subject.