A 26-year-old woman living with a rare congenital condition known as uterus didelphys has shared her experiences navigating relationships and social perceptions. The condition, which affects an estimated 0.3% of the population, results in the development of two uteruses and two cervixes. In many cases, individuals with uterus didelphys also have two vaginal canals. This anatomical variation can lead to complications such as painful menstruation and fertility challenges, according to medical sources including the Cleveland Clinic.
Annie Charlotte, who has openly spoken about her condition, recounted the moment she received her diagnosis during a medical examination. She described feeling alarmed and embarrassed when a healthcare provider reacted with visible surprise while conducting a pelvic exam. “I was absolutely mortified,” she recalled. “Then I was told that it might mean I won’t be able to have children.”
Beyond the medical implications, Annie has also reflected on the impact her condition has had on her romantic life. She explained that when people learn about her anatomical difference—either because she tells them directly or they come across her public content—it often shifts the tone of the relationship toward the sexual from the outset. “Because of my condition, the first thing that’s usually talked about is sex. Sometimes, I just want someone to get to know me for who I am, not just for my anatomy,” she shared.
Annie, who works in adult content creation, noted that her career can further complicate perceptions. She said that some partners make assumptions about her emotional involvement with co-workers or compare themselves to others she films with, leading to misunderstandings and judgment.
She also spoke candidly about the crude remarks and inappropriate questions she has received, including one instance where a man asked if she had ever had simultaneous sexual experiences involving both vaginal canals. In another case, someone joked about becoming “tunnel buddies” with a friend by engaging sexually with each of her vaginas.
Despite these experiences, Annie continues to advocate for greater understanding of rare medical conditions and encourages respectful conversations about bodily differences. She hopes to break stigmas and foster more empathy for individuals living with conditions like uterus didelphys.
