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Episode Synopsis
In episode 03, our Flow team unpacks disordered bleeding. We hear from a member of the bleeding disorders community about her experience with diagnosis and managing a bleeding disorder through pregnancy; and we speak to Dr. Paula James, hematologist, superhero, and founder of Let's Talk Period! Program Notes: Menstruators can experience a variety of disorders related to their reproductive health. Jessica & Christie speak with Dr. James of Let's Talk Period about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options for bleeding disorders that impact menstruation. Tune in for an inspiring focus on patient advocacy, Christie's Tips for preparing for a doctor's appointment - and a brief look at the horrific history of "hysteria". Let's Talk Period https://letstalkperiod.ca/ Christie's Blog Posts / Tips: Preparing for Appointments https://www.howtotalktoyourdoctor.com/blog1/appointmentexpectations https://www.howtotalktoyourdoctor.com/blog1/9-tips-to-prepare Send us a question / share your story! www.bloodstreammedia.com/contact Find our Hosts' on Instagram: @jessicalaurenrichmond @howtotalktoyourdoctor Recommended Instagram Account: https://www.instagram.com/flowwithyourflow/ FLOW is sponsored by Takeda, the manufacturer of a treatment for adults with von Willebrand disease. To see if this treatment might be right for you and your needs, visit: https://ssshare.it/1Kk8 Connect with BloodStream Media: Find all of our bleeding disorders podcasts on BloodStreamMedia.com BloodStream on Facebook BloodStream on Twitter Check out Believe Limited's Other Work: BloodFeed: bloodfeed.com Bombardier Blood: bombardierblood.com Hemophilia: The Musical: breakingthroughhemophilia.com My Beautiful Stutter: mybeautifulstutter.com/ Stop The Bleeding!: stbhemo.com Teen Impact Awards: teenimpactawards.com The Science Fair: thesciencefair.org
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