Traditional uvulectomy is widely practiced in many African countries including Niger. This was the case of a six-month-old infant. He had previously presented with fever, diarrhea, and vomiting. After unsuccessful self-medication, the parents consulted a traditional healer who removed the uvula. After the procedure, the child faced an abundance of bleeding and the deterioration of the child’s condition, the parents took him to hospital where rapid treatment stabilized him. This case was a reminder of harmful family practices that remain a danger for children.
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