There is a push to change the name of a surgical procedure because
It reeks of misogyny, this was an article I recently came across-
The removal of uterus should ideally be
Designated as a “uterectomy”
But the word is actually hysterectomy which is derived
From the word “hysteria” which was used to describe
A mental health disorder in women believed to originate
In the “hystera” or uterus- this misconception was allowed to propagate
For centuries- the word hysterectomy is tied
To hysteria, and reflects the dark, misogynistic side
Of medical care, experts now claim
Therefore it is time to change the name
To uterectomy- which would be more accurate anyway
Medical terminology should evolve to reflect the values today
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I agree- I think language in medicine needs to be
Accurate, clear, non-discriminatory and bias-free
Even in medical circles I have heard
“Hysterectomy” reminds people of hysteria, thus this word
Should be changed, this derogatory term should be replaced
By the term “uterectomy” which would fall right into place
Passion...unbridled 