Judges and politicians engage in conversations that could undermine reproductive freedom, seemingly distant from the actual experiences of individuals. An anecdote involving an 11-year-old girl named Sophia illustrates the importance of basic medical examinations in understanding young patients' health issues. Despite initial reassurances regarding menstrual irregularities, a standard pregnancy test led to the discovery of a surprising result. This highlights the critical need for attentive medical practice and awareness of patient situations amidst broader political dialogues surrounding reproductive rights.
"During these moments, I think of a little girl in an exam room I met many years ago. She was my patient. She was 11."
"I heard the booming voice in my head of an ER doctor who had trained me: 'Don't be the ass who doesn't order the pregnancy test.'"
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