Hearing you @Dimity about being otherised within health system due to MH stigma.

I had eye issues growing up, not as bad as you, but still it can be invasive ...

It was probably best to go through with the tests, tho I dont know what happened that made psychologist want to call the ambulance.

Being on BP meds can be seen as stable heart disease, and Gp may have been trying to reassure you. Only you knoww if it was dismissive or patronising.  I am using the 4 balls and you are out method ... in deciding about who to keep on my health team.  My old Gp is out.  Glad I met this new guy yesterday to get health care plan.  He was a gently singing doctor.

This afternoon I went to my old osteo.  Someone I have seen for over 20 years and say, she has saved my life.  I only see her 4-5 times per year now, but health care is a tricky business to navigate.

Hugs