Ask Me About My Uterus
A Quest to Make Doctors Believe in Women's Pain
by:
Abby Norman
in:
Women's Health
Summary:
The book chronicles the author's personal struggle with endometriosis and the broader issue of medical professionals dismissing women's pain. It delves into the history of women's health, the challenges of obtaining a diagnosis, and the systemic biases in the healthcare system that often leave women's suffering unacknowledged and untreated.
Key points:
1. Medical Gaslighting: Abby Norman discusses how healthcare often dismisses women's pain, leading to misdiagnosis and suffering.
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