Because I Deserve It by Kenitra W. Dominguez (Paperback)

You walk into your doctor’s office as one person. You walk out as someone else. That’s what happened to Kenitra W. Dominguez when she received a life-altering diagnosis of idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH). An ambitious, driven overachiever, Kenitra had to recalibrate her identity and redefine what success meant for her. She also discovered just how difficult it can be to access competent, compassionate care, especially as a Black woman navigating a biased and overburdened medical system. Because I Deserve It is a personal, practical, and empowering guide for anyone living with a chronic condition, especially those who have felt overlooked, dismissed, or silenced. Drawing from her own journey, Kenitra shares what she wishes someone had told her at the start. This book offers guidance especially for women of color, who often face unique challenges in the medical system.