what to expect in first t consultation w/ dr.

[JR15]

So excited lol gonna see a dr (internist) for t tomorrow. Idk what to expect, but I can't help being a little excited since this is another step forward. But trying not to be overly excited just in case it doesn't go the way I expect.

[Triss]

Good luck on your first consultation! I can't tell you precisely what to expect, but I can tell you what my first appointment with my GP was like.

I requested to see a male doctor, and that was all fine. The moment I went in there, I told him my situation: I identify as FtM and I want to start on T as soon as possible. He asked me a few questions such as 'how does being identified as female make you feel?' - "Disgusting. Disgusted," was my answers. He asked a bit about my personal life such as do I have a job and/or a significant other/partner (so you might be asked these). I live in Norwich so there really aren't that many resources for the trans* community, but he did say he would refer me to a nurse on the mental health team in the same clinic - who I've been to - and really, that was it.

Some of the questions your GP will ask you might feel as if they're intentionally trying to trip you up, and it was frustrating for me when he asked for further explanation and detail on being identified as female and not wanting to live with it. But just persevere, keep as much of a level-head as you can, and remember that no matter how little it seems might've been done in the consultation, it is the first step! And each step will keep getting you closer and closer to your goal!

I hope this helps a little bit, or even provides a little bit of moral comfort. Good luck!

[go..ogle]

I had been on a 2.5 month waiting list to see this doctor. When the day finally arrived she asked me a series of questions - including what my plans were (medically) and why did I have those plans.

She had me get lab-work and I came back in two weeks to ensure everything was normal.

Two weeks came and I met with the doctor who advised I start with the injections rather than say gel or patches. She shook my hand& wished me well, saying I'd see her in two months. The nurse then came in and gave me my first shot.

Although I was very stoked before each visit, I set my expectations very low as to avoid being disappointed if the wait was long before I actually started my medical transition.

Good luck, let us know how it goes!

[JR15]

Hey thanks guys!

I think the consultation went great, the dr was cool and forward about the steps. I think the only thing that bothered the sh*t outta me afterwards was that I tend to tear up every time I talk about or explain my past to how I got to this point in my life (when he asked about my history). So that was the only thing that bothered me. He seemed very nice and comforting as he asked me why I haven't smiled the whole time I was at his office and I explained (yet again teared up a little) saying how I'm nervous if I don't get the go to begin t and also told him its a long time coming. As we walked out he gave me a hug and said 'don't worry, change is coming' That seem to have stuck to me so trying to stay positive.

Anyway, I'm about to get my blood work done tomorrow morning if everything is good. And wait for the results about 1-2 weeks and then return to the dr. office look over the blood results then get a pap smear (idk if this is normal as far as beginning t but if it isn't I'm just thinking it would be good to get just to make sure of my overall health) and then if everything there is an ok he'll order t i come back and get my first shot! He made it sound like it'll go by faster than it really would lol but it's alright.

Agreed Cal, through all this I've learned to somewhat lower my expectations to avoid disappointment in the future, though that's how I've looked at a lot of things in my life to begin with.