Canadian in severe pain after gender confirmation surgery requests euthanasia from government, but request is denied.
A Transgender Individual Denied Euthanasia in Canada Due to Post-Surgical Pain
In a heartbreaking case, Lois Cardinal, a self-described “transsexual” male who underwent gender-affirming surgery in 2009, has been living with constant pain. The pain has become so unbearable that Cardinal sought permission from Canada’s MAID program (medical assistance in dying) to be euthanized. However, his request was rejected.
Cardinal, a 35-year-old “sterilized First Nations post-op transsexual,” turned to the MAID program, with his doctor explaining that his distress was related to the pain and anxiety caused by his neo-vagina. Unfortunately, another doctor consulted on the case concluded that Cardinal did not meet the current criteria for MAID, suggesting a reassessment in the future if his clinical status changed.
Wesley J. Smith, writing for National Review, pointed out that Canadian law does not require individuals seeking euthanasia to exhaust all available care options. Instead, the decision is based on the patient’s perspective of “irremediable suffering,” rather than the lack of palliative or treatment interventions.
Speaking to The Daily Mail, Cardinal expressed his constant discomfort and pain, stating that it has taken a significant psychological toll on him. Frustrated by the lack of proper medical care, he expressed his desire to end his suffering.
Cardinal also criticized the healthcare system for prioritizing gender ideologies over providing adequate medical care. “I’m not getting any better, and nor am I experiencing better medical care, or any medical care,” he added.
Advocating for Change
Taking to Twitter, Cardinal called on all levels of government and offices to reconsider their stance on “gender affirming care.” He emphasized the need for a collective effort to protect the well-being of children.
I am calling on Jennifer Charlesworth and her office to acknowledge the Truth & Reconciliation Calls To Action 56.
Do no harm upon any indigenous child or youth. Gender affirming care is coerced or forced sterilization. Stop the genocide and resign. https://t.co/6z8Jaj0XP8
— Duchess Lois Of Alberta (@duchess_elle) July 19, 2023
Furthermore, Cardinal expressed his disagreement with the current rhetoric of the transgender community. He believes that the lack of honest and tough conversations within the community contributes to the fueling of transphobia and hate.
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