Upon discussing this incident with friends and family, a few shared their unpleasant experiences of seeking medical help during periods. Rude comments, dismissing remarks, and disappointing medical cures, is all they received for their distressing problems.

There was something small and sharp stuck in my throat so after trying everything to take it out we went to an ENT specialist, but...

I was astonished. A female doctor had me feel uncomfortable, unworthy, and deficient. However, here, a male doctor made me feel safe and comfortable. I felt treated with dignity and not reduced to some baby-making machine.

The Gynaecologist clearly wanted to prolong the labour so she could conduct a C-section at her convenience. Medical malpractice? Maybe. But how can anyone prove it?

After going through innumerable arranged marriage bride-inspection sessions, Pallavi was tired of waiting for the proverbial knight in shining armour.