EPISODE · Apr 7, 2026 · 10 MIN
Women’s Health: Menopause and Being Used to Pain Delays Care
from Chat with Dr. Kat · host Dr. Kat Derrig-Palumbo
Women are often taught to push through discomfort, take care of everyone else, and keep going even when something feels wrong. In this episode, Dr. Kat shares a personal story about ignoring knee pain after a fall, only to learn later that she had been walking on a broken kneecap.From there, she explores a deeper pattern in women’s health: how being used to pain, monthly discomfort, and even menopause-related changes can make it easier to dismiss symptoms and delay care. This is a grounded, honest conversation about self-neglect, awareness, and why taking your own pain seriously matters.If you have been putting off an appointment, brushing something aside, or telling yourself you will deal with it later, listen in for a direct reminder to treat yourself with the same care, kindness, and attention you give everyone else. I want to hear from you! To submit show ideas or be considered as a guest, visit https://chatwithdrkat.com/contact/Follow Chat with Dr. Kat:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chatwithdrkatInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chatwithdrkatYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chatwithdrkatTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chatwithdrkatX: https://x.com/ChatwithDrKatHealth & Wellness Programs:https://mindbodyseries.com/
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Women are often taught to push through discomfort, take care of everyone else, and keep going even when something feels wrong. In this episode, Dr. Kat shares a personal story about ignoring knee pain after a fall, only to learn later that she had been walking on a broken kneecap. From there, she explores a deeper pattern in women’s health: how being used to pain, monthly discomfort, and even menopause-related changes can make it easier to dismiss symptoms and delay care. This is a grounded, ...
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