Mrs Mitch you are most welcome
I would also add that I have had 5 surgeries, 2 types of cancer (both gender/sex related) and I am a barrister who trained in medical law and taught it. I know far too many awful cases perhaps. I know the system well (NHS and private) from a personal and professional perspective. I will go into bat for anyone pushed around by medical professionals with a god complex.
I am not anti-men (my breast surgeon was the BEST) but I am pro choice when it comes to practitioners. The surgeon who saved my life was respectful and gentle. He talked to me on my level and did a great job. Equally I have been treated badly by other surgeons (one wanted to go nuts removing stuff to make it easier for him) who will not accept any challenge. If I get a whiff of misogyny, sexism or any bullying or patronising behaviour I will ask for a second opinion or a woman. The NHS is not free - all taxpayers contribute. We have the right to be treated with respect.
I am always amazed how women lack empathy for others regarding the menopause. It can become a competition, as if they are responsible for an easy ride, not that we are just unlucky genetically/chemically. It was the same with periods. "Oh I don't have any problems" as if they are somehow blessed among women. I had a nightmare and didn't find out until my 40s I had adenomyosis (not my fault!).
SORRY FOR THE RANT ALL.