No doc will ever just listen to your life story and then go "y'know, I think you might be trans, better get that tested".
If you had to go through any form of gate keeping for trans medical care then I'm sure you'll agree on how far from reality that scene would be.
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After a suicide attempt in 2005 I even told a psychiatrist "if I had the choice I'd rather live as women, but I don't feel like I have that choice and I don't think my dysphoria is bad enough to justify going through the troubles of transitioning." 3/4
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And he just replied "well, if it's not that bad then let's use the time to talk about something more important."
When it comes to being trans, the system isn't there to help you figure out what's wrong. It's literally there to prevent you from getting the care you need. 4/4Show this thread
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I utterly admire your courage to talk about a suicide attempt in a hell hole like Twitter. You're amazing, shine on you crazy diamond. And please don't give a fuck about what any doctor says.
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This is the only way you can get a trans diagnosis! 1/4