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Last time I picked up my prescription I noticed that the guy behind the counter kept staring at me when he thought I wasn't looking, but he wouldn't look me in the eye.  Now I'm seeing this behavior spreading to the other technicians at the pharmacy.  I'm tempted the next time he asks, "Do you have any questions?" to reply, "No.  Do you?"

And that is why I try to use the drive-thru.

I think MTF's are more abundant than FTM's though.

For all of us when in this situation.

Mention HIPPA.

If any medical provider/health care worker violates HIPPA, they face fine(s) and or jail time.

Jamie, I advise mentioning your rights under the HIPPA Act and mention to the Pharmacy Manager that your next action will be to write their corporate offices.

Best of luck...Mich'. aka Pissed Off Legalise Bitch (at the moment). >:-)

That's strange. Yeah I think the "do you have any questions" thing is a good way to go. :P

Quote from: michellesofl on May 29, 2009, 09:08:24 PM
For all of us when in this situation.

Mention HIPPA.

If any medical provider/health care worker violates HIPPA, they face fine(s) and or jail time.

Jamie, I advise mentioning your rights under the HIPPA Act and mention to the Pharmacy Manager that your next action will be to write their corporate offices.

Best of luck...Mich'. aka Pissed Off Legalise Bitch (at the moment). >:-)

I appreciate the advice, but really I'm not all that upset about it.  I actually think it's kind of funny.  I figure even pharmacists are human, and they are bound to be curious about something they probably have had little experience with, and that is socially taboo. Especially in a fairly small town.  I'm not the only FtM in town, but the other one that I know of gets his prescriptions by mail.

Mine never batted an eyelash.  And when I changed my name, they couldn't even put 2 + 2 together.  If they did, they had perfect poker faces.  They said, oh, you've never been here before, and added me as a new customer.


Jay

Wink at him and lick your lips a little, and he'll be too scared to look at you even covertly!  Eh, that's probably not your style.

Early on, I changed pharmacies once, but before I did, I let the pharmacist take in a longish glance, as he did before.  I locked eyes, and smiled.  When I thought he figured it all out, I said "thank you so much!" in a female voice, and enjoyed the uncertainty wash over his face.  Then to seal it, I turned and had a pleasant chat with the woman behind me.  I found another pharmacy, was treated well, but left for a better deal.  What a deal!  They love Marcy and I there, and treat us very, very well (Walgreen)

My pharmacy is thru Kaiser.  The Techs and Pharmacist all treat me like a lady.  When my doctor prescribed Proscar, the Pharmacist asked me if I had any questions (No) and reminded me that I was not to touch them.  He then looked at the name on the prescription and looked at me inquisitively.  I said that I knew and understood what the risks and it was for me, per my doctor.  His only comment was "Ok" and he handed over the prescription.

If they so much as even guess, they all still treat me as a woman.

Janet

I think my pharmacist is weird.

My estradiol pills come with a sticker (okay, probably required by the FDA) that warns to stop taking them if I get pregnant. I'll say! If I get pregnant, not only will I stop taking E, but I'll probably break out into a song of "Magnificat anima mea Dominum /  Et exsultavit spiritus meus in Deo salutari meo / etc." (Except, you know, in Aramaic.)  :laugh:

My prescriptions have both my legal name and "Alyssa" on them, so I don't think there's much doubt as to why I'm getting them. That's fine with me, at least for now.

Quote from: Alyssa M. on May 30, 2009, 11:34:17 PM
My estradiol pills come with a sticker (okay, probably required by the FDA) that warns to stop taking them if I get pregnant. I'll say! If I get pregnant, not only will I stop taking E, but I'll probably break out into a song of "Magnificat anima mea Dominum /  Et exsultavit spiritus meus in Deo salutari meo / etc." (Except, you know, in Aramaic.)  :laugh:

Lol.  Yeah, my T comes with an insert warning me to contact my doctor immediately if I experience any changes in voice, body hair, or menstruation.  ;D

lol i love the warning on my T.


i never had anything weird with my T because my uncle is a pharmacist and he knew i was trans.  but i can see how there may be confusion.  haha

Quote from: Jamie-o on May 30, 2009, 11:52:17 PM
Lol.  Yeah, my T comes with an insert warning me to contact my doctor immediately if I experience any changes in voice, body hair, or menstruation.  ;D

LOL, what would you say to said doctor? "IT"S WORKING!! THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!"

I love the warnings that come with E.

Estrogen injection may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

breast pain or tenderness
upset stomach
vomiting
weight gain or loss
dizziness
nervousness
depression
irritability
changes in sexual desire
hair loss ??
unwanted hair growth
spotty darkening of the skin on the face
difficulty wearing contact lenses
leg cramps
swelling, redness, burning, itching, or irritation of the vagina
vaginal discharge

Some side effects can be serious. If you experience any of these symptoms or those listed in the IMPORTANT WARNING section, call your doctor immediately:

bulging eyes
pain, swelling, or tenderness in the stomach
loss of appetite
weakness
yellowing of the skin or eyes
joint pain
movements that are difficult to control What? Like limp wrists?
rash or blisters
hives
itching yes my boobs itch
swelling of the eyes, face, tongue, throat, hands, arms, feet, ankles, or lower legs
hoarseness
difficulty breathing or swallowing

Quote from: Mr. Fox on May 30, 2009, 08:39:34 AM
Wink at him and lick your lips a little, and he'll be too scared to look at you even covertly!  Eh, that's probably not your style.

win.

What Lori wrote are probably every side-effect ever reported. Hence why some seem contradictory. How does one have hair loos and hair growth. Insomnia and drowsiness.

Back when I was still waiting for my insurance co to catch up with the rest of the planet, my pharmacy thought I had a twin.  Some stuff was being prescribed in my new name, my old name had refills. I'd ask at the counter for my old name's meds, get the whole, "What is her birthdate? Who is her prescribing physician?" and then get ID'd.  They'd notice the birthdate and say something about twins every time.

Quote from: Mr. Fox on May 30, 2009, 08:39:34 AM
Wink at him and lick your lips a little, and he'll be too scared to look at you even covertly!  Eh, that's probably not your style.

Either they'll think you're a pervert or a vampire. Or possibly both! :laugh: That's kinda like what I do to the new kids touring our school at the end of every year. I just grin at them and lick my teeth (I have really sharp teeth). I've gotten some pretty funny reactions from them.  ^-^  :laugh:

Anyways, to the original topic, I think you should say that question thing. That would be funny. Or, if they don't stop staring, stare at them until they're uncomfortable. Also, you could try Mr. Fox's suggestion, if you feel like having a little fun.  ;D

Its none of their business and I would tell them nothing. They have a job they do it don't ask questions.. GRRRRR!!

Jay

People in a worked based setting talk to each other, usually about things that deal with, or happen at work. 

In person pick up, especially for sex-changing prescriptions, will garner pretty much what you got. Until they don't anymore, either becuse they've gotten used to you, the workers have changed or you have changed so much they don't feel it odd or noteworthy.

If it bothers you enough get mail-order refills or have your rxs transferred to a compunding pharmacy or another reputable and legal on-line source that will mail the refills to you.

Quote from: Jay on June 02, 2009, 12:11:00 PM
Its none of their business and I would tell them nothing. They have a job they do it don't ask questions.. GRRRRR!!

Jay

Actually, they should be asking questions.  If someone has an interaction with another medication or takes a prescription inappropriately and has some sort of negative reaction, it's on the license of your doctor and your pharmacist.

Quote from: michellesofl on May 29, 2009, 09:08:24 PM
For all of us when in this situation.

Mention HIPPA.

If any medical provider/health care worker violates HIPPA, they face fine(s) and or jail time.

Jamie, I advise mentioning your rights under the HIPPA Act and mention to the Pharmacy Manager that your next action will be to write their corporate offices.

Best of luck...Mich'. aka Pissed Off Legalise Bitch (at the moment). >:-)

If you point it out -- spell it right to them :  The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

I find it quite funny to see how peoples attitude change when you hand over the script. Once a girl forgot to hand me over the receipt for the script but when I came back to collect my order was ready to go without being asked

Yeah, I've been getting that as well.  He sees me coming and ducks behind the counter to grab my 'script.  Don't have to give my name or anything. 

If he is only looking at you I don't see a problem. Maybe he has the hots for you. His own secret desires? Unless he has  some rude comment let it go.