How is it going?

Which of these is you?

1Symptom communication. I feel confident describing my physical symptoms to a doctor using specific medical data and terminology.

2Structured tracking. I have a structured tool (like an app or symptom log) to track my symptoms before walking into an appointment.

3Invisible illness awareness. I am aware of chronic conditions like POTS, hEDS, or dysautonomia that disproportionately affect teen girls.

4Redirecting dismissal. I know how to "pivot" the conversation if a provider dismisses my physical pain as "just stress" or anxiety.

5Gender bias identification. I understand how gender bias and diagnostic overshadowing affect medical diagnoses for teen girls.

6Chart documentation and refusals. I feel capable of asking a doctor to document a refused test or clinical justification in my medical record.

7Specialist referrals and second opinions. I feel confident asking for a differential diagnosis, second opinion, or specialist referral if needed.

8Active healthcare partnership. I view myself as an active partner in my healthcare decisions rather than a passive patient.

9Patient reliability. I feel that my doctor views me as a reliable, accurate source of information about my own body.