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Unsilenced Blog
Resources for VCUG Trauma, Recovery, & Healing


"The Haunting"
In "The Haunting," Derek shares a courageous story of coming to terms with the anger and grief of VCUG trauma.
Nov 6, 2024


Why Is a VCUG Painful?
In this blog, we discuss 7 reasons why pediatric VCUGs are painful for children.
Sep 16, 2024


To Prove Something
A piece about feeling like you need to prove your suffering to people, and how I overcame that feeling.
Aug 27, 2024


When Does VCUG Constitute Medical Malpractice?
In this blog, we discuss medical malpractice during pediatric VCUG and legal remedies for pursuing justice.
Jun 1, 2024


The Offense of a Sticker
A VCUG survivor shares her experience with prizes after VCUG. Read more in our blog.
May 20, 2024


I “Forgot” My VCUG Test. It Made No Difference.
In this blog, Unsilenced founder Shelby Smith shares her VCUG story.
Mar 8, 2024


5 Myths About Pediatric VCUG
In this blog, we debunk 5 common myths about pediatric VCUG.
Feb 17, 2024


Patient Advocacy & Where It Falls Short for VCUG Survivors
In this blog, Unsilenced co-founder Ashley Groth discusses how the doctor-patient power imbalance affects VCUG patients.
Dec 4, 2023


"If VCUGs Are So Bad, Then What Are We Supposed to Do?"
In this blog, Unsilenced co-founder Mollie Bushart explains why hospitals aren't offering alternative diagnostic measures for VCUG.
Aug 11, 2023


Healing Your Relationship with Your Child After VCUG Trauma
In this blog, a parent shares her experience navigating her daughter's VUR diagnosis and healing their relationship after VCUG trauma.
Jul 20, 2023


No Matter What They Tell You, It Is Not Your Fault
As a childhood trauma survivor, it's easy to assume that what happened was your own fault, but this blog attempts to convince you otherwise.
Jul 8, 2023
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