It Took Me Years To Find A Doctor Who Actually Cared About My Reproductive Health
In college, I faced health challenges that should have been red flags to any doctor. Instead, my concerns were brushed aside, and my issues persisted. This happened with multiple doctors — male and female — throughout my early twenties. It wasn’t until I found a natural women’s health practice that I received the care and attention I desperately needed.
Severely underweight due to over-exercise and an eating disorder, I stopped having a menstrual cycle at age 17. A woman’s menstrual cycle is often considered the “sixth vital sign” because it can be very indicative of underlying health issues (or lack thereof). Because I lacked this crucial aspect of womanhood, I knew that I wasn’t healthy and feared what this would mean for my ability to eventually bear children.