Parental deceptive information: A case of traditional uvulectomy

Abstract

Traditional uvulectomy (TU) is a partial or radical removal of the uvula by traditional practitioners. Therapeutic uvulectomy is performed as a remedy for various ailments usually; persistent cough, sore throat, dry throat, vomiting, diarrhea, anorexia, rejection of breast by a child and growth retardation. In Tanzania, TU is done secretly as it is an illegal practice thus often parents do not reveal information of the procedure when complications occur and drive them to seek dental or other medical consultations. A case of deceptive information after traditional uvulectomy is presented.