Unbelievable
I find this story riveting and impossible. As an Australian woman who has had 4 egg retrievals, all under full anaesthesia, I find this story heart wrenching for these women who went through this unbelievable trauma. Even after the procedure the pain is awful yet to go through the entire procedure without pain medication and whilst awake is unimaginable. As always a hugely thought-provoking and insightful Serial podcast.
shellpattison via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 06/29/23
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