Dr. Michelle Cretella, a respected pediatrician and researcher, delves into the rarely discussed and irreversible harms associated with puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones, and gender reassignment surgery. Her insights shed light on controversial topics and provide much-needed medical perspective on the treatments increasingly offered to young people struggling with gender identity.
Adolescence: a critical developmental stage, not a disease
Dr. Cretella emphasizes the natural importance of adolescence as a critical period for physical, psychological, and emotional development. She highlights the irreversible damage done to children's bodies and minds by being deprived of normal developmental experiences and warns against stopping this process prematurely with puberty blockers. That's a harsh memory from her. Adolescence is not a “disease” to be cured, but a natural stage in human development.
Implicit consequences: bone health, brain development, and fertility.
This conversation will uncover relevant evidence regarding the long-term effects of puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones, including severe bone density loss leading to osteoporosis and increased fracture risk in adulthood. Additionally, Dr. Cretella warns of potential cognitive impairment and the alarming reality of infertility in young patients. These interventions not only disrupt natural body functions, she argues, but can also render children infertile. This is a serious concern that reflects themes of eugenics and population control disguised as therapeutic intervention.
A call to compassion and ethical responsibility
Dr. Cretella's message is clear and urgent. The medical community and society at large need to rethink their approach to treating gender dysphoria, especially in children and adolescents. Pushing forward with irreversible treatment without fully understanding the long-term effects is, in her words, “evil.” This poignant debate calls for deeper compassion, ethical responsibility, and a commitment to genuinely supporting individuals struggling with their identity without resorting to potentially harmful and life-altering procedures.
🙏 Pray for wisdom and mercy
As we navigate these difficult waters, may we seek wisdom, understanding, and above all compassion for all people, especially the most vulnerable. Pray for guidance in finding ways to support those struggling with their identity in a way that respects the dignity and sanctity of every human life.
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