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The original was posted on /r/twoxchromosomes by /u/Mobile-Package-8869 on 2023-09-03 16:57:32.
I (17F) am supposed to the go to the gynecologist for the first time in a few weeks. My mom made the appointment without consulting me and I just realized that she scheduled me with a female doctor.
I have nothing against female gynecologists but the idea of one looking at my private parts makes me feel legitimately sick. I have some traumatic childhood memories involving another woman and I think this is part of why I feel so uncomfortable.
I looked online and was able to find a male gynecologist near by. He has good reviews and takes our insurance. But when I asked my mom if I could see him instead she was like “no, you’ll feel more comfortable with a woman”. I tried to argue with her but you all know how that goes.
Does anyone have advice on what I should do? Even though I know that it’s illogical I’ve been feeling really anxious about this whole thing.