Choosing to have a hysterectomy in your 30’s: Hiral’s story of living with endometriosis

15/11/2023 1h 5min Temporada 2 Episodio 9
Choosing to have a hysterectomy in your 30’s: Hiral’s story of living with endometriosis

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Episode Synopsis

In this patient story we are joined by Hiral, a 39 year old Social Worker who shares her story of living with endometriosis. Hiral openly discusses the challenging fertility journey she went on that ended with a hysterectomy, which ultimately changed her mental and physical health for the better. In this episode we cover:Navigating a new healthcare system after migrating to Australia at 23 years oldHiral’s symptoms that lead to a diagnosis of endometriosis Treatment options she tried in attempt to overcome her symptoms Hiral’s trying fertility journey and the mental and physical toll that this long journey took on her and her partner The decision to have a hysterectomy Life after a hysterectomy 

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