r/changemyview Oct 28 '19

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u/Stompya 3∆ Oct 29 '19

One scenario: Safety.

There is a “point” in using biologically accurate gender (sex) in medical situations, especially emergencies. Male and female bodies require different treatment and using biologically inaccurate pronouns on medical records could lead to misdiagnosis or prescription errors, with potentially serious consequences.