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Unsilenced Blog
Resources for VCUG Trauma, Recovery, & Healing


Are There Alternatives to VCUG?
In this blog, we discuss safe and available alternatives to VCUG, the gold-standard test for diagnosing kidney reflux (VUR) in children.
Mar 31, 2025


Processing Anger as a VCUG Survivor
In this blog, we review tips for processing anger after VCUG trauma.
Mar 24, 2025


Unpacking the Different Layers of VCUG Trauma
In this blog, we unpack the different layers of VCUG trauma that patients experience in childhood and adulthood.
Feb 26, 2025


What Health Effects Do VCUG Survivors Have in Common?
Learn about the health effects that former VCUG patients share in our new blog.
Feb 17, 2025


“Medically Sanctioned Rape”: In Defense of VCUG Survivors
This blog explores the legal principles of VCUG, medical malpractice, and informed consent in pediatric urology.
Jul 10, 2024


The Ethical Dilemma of the Voiding Cystourethrogram
A brief breakdown of the ethics of voiding cystourethrogram (VCUG).
May 4, 2024


What Do Mermaids & I Have in Common?
A VCUG Retelling b y Alivia D.I. One moment, I was running on the playground at an elementary school. My classmates and friends' laughter...
Mar 15, 2024


4 Studies That Directly Contradict VCUG Promotion in 2024
In this blog, we’ll explore 4 studies that directly contradict the promotion of VCUG by major hospitals in 2024.
Mar 6, 2024


Signs of Child Sexual Abuse I, A VCUG Survivor, Displayed As A Child
This blog breaks down the key signs of child sexual abuse and details a VCUG survivor's personal experience with these signs.
Sep 5, 2023


Former VCUG Patient Shares Her Story in South Carolina
In this blog, a former VCUG patient, 20, shares her powerful story in South Carolina.
Aug 30, 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


Can You Develop Vaginismus After Sexual Trauma?
In this blog, we discuss vaginismus and pelvic floor dysfunction resulting from pediatric VCUG.
May 23, 2023
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