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A/N: I recognize that this drabble deals with a sensitive subject and it is not my intention to spark any debate or to make any judgments on anyone's viewpoint. The July prompt at The Delphic Expanse was "options" and this is what I wrote. It's as simple as that.
"Are you sure you want to do this, Lieutenant? There are other options." Phlox looked solemn as he laid a hypospray onto a medical tray.
Hoshi shivered and gripped her fingertips into the bed. "I'm sure," she said.
"Do you have any questions before I begin?"
"How much will it hurt?"
"It's early enough that what you'll experience will be similar to menstruating. You'll be able to return to your quarters in a few hours, and back to your duties tomorrow." Phlox paused. "I'll let the captain know you're ill and require rest."
"It's ok, Phlox. He knows."