I figure it’s probably ridiculous to go be seen for one thing at a time but also probably ridiculous to come to a doctor with a huge list of shit you think is wrong with you (while also potentially framing the doctor’s view of you as prone to hypochondriasis), so like, i guess the thing to do is make a list and like, see how many of the more urgent things you can discuss in a reasonable time frame? Or is this what “a physical” is for, you get that instead of or prior to mentioning specific concerns?
I haven’t seen a doctor in like 10 years so idk how to be a normal person about it
if you want thorough and comprehensive care, visit a family doctor and discuss it over multiple visits if you can afford it. otherwise visit the GP and discuss your most urgent problem first. if they ask tell them that’s why you are visiting. after you are done talking about your main issue you can ask them about your other concerns.
the problem with listing off a bunch of problems in succession to a GP is not that they might think you are a hypochondriac (they might but then they are probably not a good doctor), it’s that they are not really there to provide “whole person” care, which requires extensive history and multiple visits. GP visits often have a purpose, and it’s their job to either take care of it if it’s a less serious and common problem, or refer you to the correct specialist. laying out your entire health record on them will either make them confused or anchors them to a diagnosis that might not be true or is not your main concern.
also getting a physical is not a bad idea especially if you are in an at-risk population, the GP will probably tell you to get one since you haven’t seen a doctor in 10 years. a physical is not for diagnosing specific concerns but rather it’s preventative care tracking your health and screening for common chronic conditions.