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Ashley’s Egg Donation Start
- Ashley Griffin first encountered egg donation as a college freshman through a flyer offering up to $10,000.
- She initially saw it as a quick solution to her financial struggles during college.
Severe Side Effects Experienced
- After injecting hormones, Ashley experienced severe ovarian hyperstimulation requiring emergency care.
- Despite pain and swelling, she justified the procedure by relying on the promise of payment.
Fertility Industry Exploitation
- The fertility industry lacks federal regulations and often exploits egg donors' physical and emotional labor.
- Market forces heavily influence donor compensation, causing vast pay disparities and ethical concerns.