All articles tagged with #medical consent
Many adults do not need to be weighed at the doctor’s office unless specific health concerns require it, and unnecessary weigh-ins can harm patients with body image issues or eating disorders. Tools like 'Please Don’t Weigh Me' cards empower patients to advocate for themselves, promoting body autonomy and reducing stigma in healthcare. Experts suggest asking for consent before weighing and focusing on holistic health rather than weight alone.
A TikTok user named Bella went viral after sharing her experience of undergoing endometriosis surgery and waking up to find her appendix removed without prior consent. Although her appendix was healthy, doctors removed it as a precaution to rule out appendicitis in future pelvic pain cases. This practice is not uncommon in endometriosis surgeries, as the appendix can be affected by the disease. The incident sparked debate over medical consent and the necessity of removing a healthy appendix.