Lois Cardinal, a self-described “sterilized First Nations post-op transsexual” in Alberta, Canada, has sought medical assistance in dying (MAiD) through the country’s progressive socialized healthcare system.
Cardinal, who underwent gender-affirming surgery in 2009 to create a “neo-vagina,” expressed profound regret over the procedure, citing constant pain and discomfort.
The surgery often results in the “neo-vagina” being akin to an open wound, necessitating daily dilation to prevent closure.
Cardinal, speaking to the Daily Mail, stated, “I’m in constant discomfort and pain… It’s taking this psychological burden on me. If I’m not able to access proper medical care, I don’t want to continue to do this.”
Despite Canada’s liberal approach to assisted suicide, Cardinal’s request was initially denied because she did not meet the current MAiD criteria.
The program is typically open to those suffering from incurable diseases or disabilities, but the doctor’s evaluation concluded that Cardinal’s pain from the sex change surgery could potentially be mitigated through other means.
The case has sparked concerns among opponents of transgender surgery and the recent liberalization of euthanasia laws in Canada.
They worry that the increase in state-backed suicides, reaching a record of 13,500 in the previous year, up from 10,064 in 2021, might be driven by individuals seeking euthanasia instead of traditional terminally ill patients.
Cardinal argued that euthanasia seemed like the only remaining option, as the prescribed numbing cream failed to alleviate the pain caused by the surgically constructed “vagina.”
However, some critics believe that the case highlights the potential dangers of not only transgender surgery but also the broader implications of the liberalization of euthanasia laws.
Cardinal, once an active supporter of the radical LGBT ideology, has now become a vocal critic, warning that vulnerable groups, including children and her native community, could be influenced by a medicalized trend.
She expressed disagreement with the current rhetoric within the trans community and emphasized the importance of honest and open conversations.
A recent study by researchers from the University of Florida and Brooks Rehabilitation found that 81 percent of people who underwent sex change genital surgery in the past five years experienced long-lasting pain following the procedure.
Additionally, 57 percent reported painful sexual experiences after the surgery.
