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Unsilenced Blog
Resources for VCUG Trauma, Recovery, & Healing
What Is VCUG Trauma?
What is VCUG trauma? In this blog, we break down the potential health effects of voiding cystourethrograms (VCUGs) on patient welfare.
Mar 14, 2025
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
“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
I “Forgot” My VCUG Test. It Made No Difference.
In this blog, Unsilenced founder Shelby Smith shares her VCUG story.
Mar 8, 2024
Patient Advocacy & Where It Falls Short for VCUG Survivors: The Doctor-Patient Power Imbalance
Read all about the doctor-patient power imbalance, patient advocacy, and why it's necessary in the context of VCUG.
Dec 4, 2023
Giving Informed Consent for Pediatric VCUG
In this blog, we discuss how the informed consent doctrine affects pediatric VCUG.
Jun 7, 2023
VCUG Propaganda: A Guide for Caregivers
The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines propaganda as “the spreading of ideas, information, or rumor for the purpose of helping or...
Jun 1, 2023
What Is Medical Gaslighting?
In this blog, we discuss medical gaslighting during pediatric VCUG.
May 30, 2023
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