I'll start with this -- If you do have DID/OSDD, your trauma was enough. We're always told that it's "the most severe trauma ever rahhh" but in reality as long as a person experiences recurrent, chronic childhood trauma, it is possible that they could develop a CDD (complex dissociative disorder, catch-all term for DID/OSDD1/P-DID).
But let's go into your main concern.
This might be hard to hear, but it is a much better idea to focus on treating your symptoms than putting a label on said symptoms.
If you are experiencing flashbacks, amnesia, depersonalization/derealization, etc., the best thing to do is work on treating those symptoms. If you are able to see a therapist at all, you should tell them about your concerns about your symptoms if it's safe for you to do so. Look up how to manage your symptoms, keep a journal, read some books if you can, anything that can help you manage your symptoms without focusing on a diagnosis.
It might be that you are unable to get evaluated until you are an adult, and that is likely going to be distressing. See if you can find yourself a support system, whether that is friends, family, or a youth support group.
If you continue to be close to your girlfriend, hopefully you can feel comfortable opening up to her about your concerns. Tell her that you have been suspecting for several years that you have DID, and talk through it with her if she feels comfortable talking with you about it.
In the end, if you have DID/OSDD, or if you have CPTSD, or a personality disorder, or something else, no one will fault you for suspecting and being wrong. The goal is to heal, however that happens for you.
If you have any questions, my dm's are open, just note that I am 1) not a medical professional, just someone who lives with OSDD, and 2) that I am an adult who has been in therapy for a decent amount of time. My experience will likely be very different from yours, and that's okay.
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