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Started by Cassi, January 03, 2018, 06:19:20 PM

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Cassi

January 03, 2018, 06:19:20 PM
Greetings to all!

Well, things went well with the doctor and I have just taken my medication for the first time.  And to my surprise my insurance covered some of it. 

The pharmacy clerk had to call the pharmacist to give me a consultation and when the pharmacist came, she said, Spiro for high blood pressure and Est... and then looked at me and asked if I knew how to take them.  Of course, my doctor had written down instructions on how to initially take them to avoid any nausea.

So, I'm officially and chemically on my way :)

Happy New Year!

Cali
HRT since 1/04/2018
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Laurie

#1
January 03, 2018, 06:32:09 PM
Hey Hey Hey Cali is on her way..

Congrats Cali. I was wondering how it went. No please remember we don't discuss dosages here except in a very general way. If you do you'll make me have to do my job as a mod and smack you for it. That said did you get estradiol and spironlactone both??
  Btw I told my therapist about helping you with the VA and also my speech pathologist. She says she is sure they have speech therapy at your VA. So get to getting with them.

Hugs,
   Laurie
 
April 13, 2019 switched to estradiol valerate
December 20, 2018    Referral sent to OHSU Dr Dugi  for vaginoplasty consult
December 10, 2018    Second Letter VA Psychiatric Practical nurse
November 15, 2018    First letter from VA therapist
May 11, 2018 I am Laurie Jeanette Wickwire
May   3, 2018 Submitted name change forms
Aug 26, 2017 another increase in estradiol
Jun  26, 2017 Last day in male attire That's full time I guess
May 20, 2017 doubled estradiol
May 18, 2017 started electrolysis
Dec   4, 2016 Started estradiol and spironolactone
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Laurie

#2
January 03, 2018, 06:33:11 PM
Oh forgot!  how about Flower for a middle name?
April 13, 2019 switched to estradiol valerate
December 20, 2018    Referral sent to OHSU Dr Dugi  for vaginoplasty consult
December 10, 2018    Second Letter VA Psychiatric Practical nurse
November 15, 2018    First letter from VA therapist
May 11, 2018 I am Laurie Jeanette Wickwire
May   3, 2018 Submitted name change forms
Aug 26, 2017 another increase in estradiol
Jun  26, 2017 Last day in male attire That's full time I guess
May 20, 2017 doubled estradiol
May 18, 2017 started electrolysis
Dec   4, 2016 Started estradiol and spironolactone
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Rachel

#3
January 03, 2018, 06:38:11 PM
Congratulations :) Get ready for a roller coaster ride.

How about Rose?
HRT  5-28-2013
FT   11-13-2015
FFS   9-16-2016 -Spiegel
GCS 11-15-2016 - McGinn
Hair Grafts 3-20-2017 - Cooley
Voice therapy start 3-2017 - Reene Blaker
Labiaplasty 5-15-2017 - McGinn
BA 7-12-2017 - McGinn
Hair grafts 9-25-2017 Dr.Cooley
Sataloff Cricothyroid subluxation and trachea shave12-11-2017
Dr. McGinn labiaplasty, hood repair, scar removal, graph repair and bottom of  vagina finished. urethra repositioned. 4-4-2018
Dr. Sataloff Glottoplasty 5-14-2018
Dr. McGinn vaginal in office procedure 10-22-2018
Dr. McGinn vaginal revision 2 4-3-2019 Bottom of vagina closed off, fat injected into the labia and urethra repositioned.
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Cassi

#4
January 03, 2018, 07:23:46 PM
Hi Laurie,

Yes, I was prescribed both.  Without going into the dosages like you say (don't want to get slapped), the doctor is having me do a smaller amount and raising it over a couple of weeks.  He did push for injections because he felt that it was the best way due to digesting and the majority, according to him, getting flushed out before being used.

Thanks on talking to your therapist regarding the speech.

My daughter and I just a talk and the medication was brought up.  She's still very supportive but I think she's analysing or processing this.  She asked me some questions and it was a good talk.

Cali

HRT since 1/04/2018
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Cassi

#5
January 03, 2018, 07:24:34 PM
Kallie Rose?   Hummmm
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Laurie

#6
January 03, 2018, 07:36:54 PM
Cali,

  Talking to your daughter is a good thing especially since you and her live together. If she in inclined we do have a significant others forum she is welcome to participate in. Word of warning though, what you or her choose to share here are visible to all though we try to do try to keep the SO forum supportive towards them as that is the designated area for them to discuss their unique issues in dealing with their loved ones.
  As Rachel said it's time to fasten your seat belt, sit back, and enjoy the ride.

  I still like Flower.

Hugs,
   Laurie
April 13, 2019 switched to estradiol valerate
December 20, 2018    Referral sent to OHSU Dr Dugi  for vaginoplasty consult
December 10, 2018    Second Letter VA Psychiatric Practical nurse
November 15, 2018    First letter from VA therapist
May 11, 2018 I am Laurie Jeanette Wickwire
May   3, 2018 Submitted name change forms
Aug 26, 2017 another increase in estradiol
Jun  26, 2017 Last day in male attire That's full time I guess
May 20, 2017 doubled estradiol
May 18, 2017 started electrolysis
Dec   4, 2016 Started estradiol and spironolactone
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krobinson103

#7
January 03, 2018, 07:38:43 PM
Congratulations. Its a ride, enjoy the ups and downs as there will be many.
Every day is a totally awesome day
Every day provides opportunities and challenges
Every challenge leads to an opportunity
Every fear faced leads to one more strength
Every strength leads to greater success
Success leads to self esteem
Self Esteem leads to happiness.
Cherish every day.
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Cassi

#8
January 03, 2018, 07:42:38 PM
Thank you
HRT since 1/04/2018
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tgirlamg

#9
January 03, 2018, 11:01:05 PM
Cali!!!

Congrats my dear sister!!! 😀!!!! Starting HRT is one of many wonderful touchstones along the road ahead!!! Enjoy each day!!!...All will be well!!!

Yer Sista'

Ashley 😀❤️🌻
"To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment" ... Ralph Waldo Emerson 🌸

"The individual has always had to struggle from being overwhelmed by the tribe... But, no price is too high for the privilege of owning yourself" ... Rudyard Kipling 🌸

Let go of the things that no longer serve you... Let go of the pretense of the false persona, it is not you... Let go of the armor that you have worn for a lifetime, to serve the expectations of others and, to protect the woman inside... She needs protection no longer.... She is tired of hiding and more courageous than you know... Let her prove that to you....Let her step out of the dark and feel the light upon her face.... amg🌸

Ashley's Corner: https://www.susans.org/index.php/topic,247549.0.html 🌻
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jessica95

#10
January 04, 2018, 03:11:58 AM
Quote from: Cali on January 03, 2018, 06:19:20 PM
Greetings to all!

Well, things went well with the doctor and I have just taken my medication for the first time.  And to my surprise my insurance covered some of it. 

The pharmacy clerk had to call the pharmacist to give me a consultation and when the pharmacist came, she said, Spiro for high blood pressure and Est... and then looked at me and asked if I knew how to take them.  Of course, my doctor had written down instructions on how to initially take them to avoid any nausea.

So, I'm officially and chemically on my way :)

Happy New Year!

Cali
Good luck Cali, i wish you the best on your female hormones. Good news!
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Cassi

#11
January 04, 2018, 10:33:50 AM
Thank you all.  I can't wait (well I have to though) to post something exciting that has happened to me.
HRT since 1/04/2018
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Devlyn

#12
January 04, 2018, 10:37:38 AM
Quote from: Cali on January 04, 2018, 10:33:50 AM
Thank you all.  I can't wait (well I have to though) to post something exciting that has happened to me.

I got a buck in the pool that says a boob bump is the first exciting (painful) thing that happens. But what do I know?  ;D

Hugs, Devlyn
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Cassi

#13
January 04, 2018, 10:39:58 AM
Oh, you soldiers are all alike :)
HRT since 1/04/2018
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Haya

#14
January 04, 2018, 01:01:49 PM
You are lucky to start your HRT. I wish you a good luck and a perfect transition.  ;)
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Cassi

#15
January 04, 2018, 01:19:18 PM
Thank you Haya!

Not sure what's going on as I never was much of or cared for dancing and now I find myself with the music going and me just dancing all over the place cleaning, doing dishes.  Not complaining just saying how loose or relaxed I am.
HRT since 1/04/2018
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steph2.0

#16
January 04, 2018, 02:39:20 PM
Quote from: Laurie on January 03, 2018, 06:33:11 PM
Oh forgot!  how about Flower for a middle name?

Since she's so super, I'm thinking "fragilistic."

Stephanie


Assigned male at birth 1958 * Began envying sister 1963 * Knew unquestioningly that I was female 1968 * Acted the male part for 50 years * Meltdown and first therapist session May 2017 * Began HRT 6/21/17 * Out to the world 10/13/17 * Name Change 12/7/2017 (Girl Harbor Day) * FFS With FacialTeam 12/4/2018 * Facelift and Lipo Body Sculpting at Ocean Clinic 6/13-14/2019 * GCS with Marci Bowers 9/25/2019
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Cassi

#17
January 04, 2018, 02:58:52 PM
Super Kali Fragilistic.......
HRT since 1/04/2018
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Maddie86

#18
January 04, 2018, 04:54:42 PM
congrats! I'm happy for you!  :)
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Cassi

#19
January 04, 2018, 05:16:27 PM
Thanks Maddie!

How are you handling the weather?
HRT since 1/04/2018
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