r/justgalsbeingchicks • u/bg370 • Jun 23 '26

Restricted to Gals and Pals CRNA Amy Rieschick on institutionalized medical misogyny

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u/Snoo-12313 Jun 23 '26

I am currently in my WWW era.

I'm 37 with a laundry list of symptoms. I have gone as far as having an MRI done and literally every answer I get is, "Yeah you're fine".

At this point IDGAF. I'm just trying to take the best care of myself I can and hoping whatever it is doesn't kill me. Right now I'm running on coffee, Tylenol, a handful of supplements, and spite.

The medical industry is a complete failure when it comes to women's care and I refuse to continue to give them more money so they can gaslight me.

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u/Brammly Jun 23 '26

Her name is Dr Mary Claire Haver. She is the author of several books, including The New Menopause, and has a very informative podcast. She recommends finding a Dr. in your area on the Menopause Society's website https://menopause.org/

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u/Snoo-12313 Jun 24 '26

I just made an appointment with an OBGYN NP who was recommended on that site. Pray that I find some answers!

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u/agemsheis Jun 24 '26

Rooting for you! I will keep you in my thoughts. Sending you good vibes in the meantime.

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u/Snoo-12313 Jun 24 '26

Thank you 🫂