New here HRT questions

[sophiaInside]

Ok im 22 years old, 5'9" 165 pounds, fairly muscular build. Im curious to know how effective HRT would be at my age, I probably wouldn't be able to start for a few years and Ive heard after you get older the effects are not as big as when you are young, and Im curious to know how 22 year old male to female would fare with hormones. Sorry if its a dumb question I'm just relatively new to the whole thing.

Thanks
Sophia

[LordKAT]

While younger is better over all, many have started much later with astounding results. The success is very individual.

[sophiaInside]

Ok thank you, just curious if 22 year olds show good results in most cases or is it just way to hard to put expectations on it due the varying results?

[LordKAT]

You are young enough that you should have very good results. There are no guarantees at any age.

[Nicole]

the younger you are, the better your results.

That said, there are some girls, you'll find them on youtube, that have started HRT into the 20's & 30's and you wouldn't have a clue.

[JohannaJohn]

I am 56.  I am just 5 weeks in, on E in a pure form (estradiol valerate) and P in a pure form (micronized progesterone).  I have spiro at my house, but I have taken any spiro yet and I don't want until and unless it becomes absolutely necessary.

I have what I consider to be spectacular results so far.

My nipples are protruding and very large and always erect.  I have many white bumps all over my nipple and areola areas.  My nipples appear ready for a baby to nurse on them.  I am happier than happy!!!



My breasts are for sure more round and feminine now.  I don't think they are a lot bigger yet, but yes a little bit, and my 6 year old daugher, for the first time ever, was staring at my breasts at the pool today, so SHE certainly notices the difference.

When I have a shirt on and it is medium tight against my chest area, my nipples are rather obvious now, poking through my shirt.

My former body odor problem totally disappeared within 3 weeks on hormones.

My facial acnes has almost totally disappeared.

My hair is now growing longer a bit, again...remember I am 56, and I have a little gray...but now my hair on my head is of higher quality, and softer.  The difference is astrounding to me.

MOST important, I am stunned at the significant psychological changes.

I have almost constant happiness.  I seem to be able to handle even major work problems and personal relationship issues with a much more INTUITIVE FEEL and I am absolutely stunned at how great this is.

So, can high-quality, medical grade female hormones work starting at age 56?

I think my answer is super obvious.

All the best (and breast!).
Johanna

[Madeline182]

If it helps you compare our experiences, I'm 22 now and started e valerate and spiro (both medium to moderately high doses) a couple days before my 22nd bday and I seem to be having the same results as Johanna. Oh and it's been one month today since I started. 

[Allyda]

I'll be 50 this Halloween and am 6 months and 3 weeks in. And, even though I'm stuck with orals for the moment I've had good development with less than desired E levels. My booby's are breaking out of the A cup range and heading towards B's, my waist has thinned, my skin is as soft as a baby's behind and my feet have shrunk a size and a half. Of course, results vary depending on the individuals genetics and age to some extent. But if your only 22 you should get good results. Just make sure you have a good Endo or OBGYN who's familiar and experienced in treating transgender patients.

Best Wishes as you begin your journey.

Allie

[JohannaJohn]

If it helps you compare our experiences, I'm 22 now and started e valerate and spiro (both medium to moderately high doses) a couple days before my 22nd bday and I seem to be having the same results as Johanna. Oh and it's been one month today since I started.

Very nice Madeline...maybe we can continue to compare results, since we started at about the same time (I started one week earlier) and our results sound very similar...

You on estradiol valerate and spiro, and me on estradiol valerate and micronized progesterone.

Happy journey!

I hope this is making you as happy as it is making me.

Johanna

[Jill E]

Hi Sophia.

I had the same concerns when first starting HRT. I asked my endo & she had told me it mostly comes down to genetics, and while those transitioning younger may yield slightly better results, unless you're a teenager when you start HRT parts are going to develop a little differently. ..or something to that effect. You're still going to see changes: physically, mentally, emotionally, etc.

I was 27 when I started. It's been just over 7 months for me & I now have difficulty passing as a guy when i try.. -not that I'm complaining (:

It's probably impossible to really ever know what differences you'll see if you start 5 years from now vs. if you were to start tomorrow. I'm sure it won't be a huge deal though. Look at the 'You look fabulous, darling' or the 'before and after' threads. You'll see people of all ages in their transition and they're all beautiful. (:

xo
Jill