Trans woman sues OB-GYN for refusing treatment of male genitalia
What’s important, experts say, that “Anyone with a cervix, vagina, uterus, ovaries, or fallopian tubes needs regular gynecologic care, regardless of gender.”
And, only after a trans woman has had “reconstructive genital surgery,” will she “need gynecological care for her new vulva and vagina,” explains an article titled The Importance of Transgender Gynecology.
At the time, Simpson had all her male body parts.
This issue isn’t about discrimination – it’s about clinical safety and competence.
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