Oh phew... But still - I wish I had something a bit more positive to say, sorry

Oh I know, exactly the same for me. Except that the doctors were OK, it was me that was lying to them. Being dramatic. And to this day, I still think that I am.

The only cool person in my family was my brother, unlike you.

I can't actually think of anyone who has 'validated' this. 'Smiled and nodded'... how exceptionally irritating.

I agree - I wouldn't have told them either if I'd had further diagnoses. I think that was wise of you, but sad that you have to go that far for your own protection and peace of mind. You end up being unwilling to ask for help with anything because unhelpful responses are so painful - at least, I did.

Ah yes of course, now I remember, you are doing it med-free. So no pdoc then, and no T either. I've not ruled out a T in general, just this one. Nice lady, but as you say - not sure it changed anything.