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The Guardian
Girl, 5, harmed by incorrect pessary prescription
A five-year-old girl suffered trauma, bleeding, and pain after a physician associate incorrectly prescribed a vaginal pessary for suspected thrush. The ombudsman found failures in communication and oversight, with no discussion between the PA and a GP before prescribing, despite PAs lacking prescribing rights and the girl’s symptoms not fitting the diagnosis. The incident led to distressing medical and safeguarding responses, prompting calls for clearer supervision, stricter scope of practice, and improved transparency in healthcare.
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