@doctorsood: 💡 Did you know? African American women are 20% more likely to undergo unnecessary C-sections —regardless of their health status. This startling fact comes from a study of nearly 1 million births, shedding light on the racial disparities in maternal care. 🏥 🔍 The study found that racial bias and financial incentives are key drivers of this inequality. When hospital operating rooms are underutilized, doctors may opt for cesarean sections even when they're not medically required, disproportionately affecting African American women. This practice is not only unethical but also increases risk to the patient. 🚨 C-sections, while sometimes necessary, come with risks, including: Increased infection rates 🦠 Risk of hemorrhage 💉 Longer recovery times 🏨 Difficulty breastfeeding 🤱 Complications in future pregnancies 🤰 By pushing unnecessary surgeries on, the healthcare system deepens the racial disparities that already exist. African American women are often not given a fair chance to have natural births, despite being low-risk, contributing to a cycle of poor maternal health outcomes. 💡 Understanding these inequalities is the first step in fixing them. It's crucial that we advocate for change in healthcare systems to eliminate racial bias, provide equal treatment for all, and make sure medical decisions are based solely on patient well-being—not hospital profits. 👉 Follow to raise your health IQ and stay informed about critical healthcare issues. Together, we can help address these disparities and push for a fairer healthcare system for everyone. 🌍

DoctorSood, M.D.

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Tuesday 08 October 2024 19:26:40 GMT