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324: How Doctors Convince Women That Their Symptoms Aren't Real and How We Continue to Misdiagnosis w/ Dr. Elinor Cleghorn

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If You Want To Learn How To Better Advocate For Your Health, You Should: If possible, seek out a physician that you feel listens to your concerns Keep a symptoms diary to present clear evidence to your doctor Find a trusted friend who can support you on your diagnosis journey Do your own research to empower yourself with the knowledge you need   The sad truth is that most women know what it is like to have their symptoms be dismissed or downplayed by our medical system. The history of women being gaslit in medicine goes back centuries, which is why it is important to understand the history of bias in the medical field so that we can pave the way for policy changes today.   What It Means to Be an Unwell Woman with Dr. Elinor Cleghorn Dr. Elinor Cleghorn has a background in feminist culture and history, a Ph.D. in humanities and cultural studies, and is the author of the new book Unwell Women. She is passionate about sharing her experience of chronic illness, debunking the myths and history surrounding the