Community Conversation => Transsexual talk => Female to male transsexual talk (FTM) => Topic started by: Berren on February 23, 2011, 10:46:43 AM Return to Full Version
Title: Routine to getting T. on the NHS?
Post by: Berren on February 23, 2011, 10:46:43 AM
Post by: Berren on February 23, 2011, 10:46:43 AM
I'm wondering what is the routine for getting Testosterone on the NHS in the UK? There might be a possibility for me to try Hormone Blockers soon, and I'm pretty sure for both you need to be seeing a Gender Therapist for a certain amount of time. I'm considering calling one soon, but I'd like to know what other steps are needed. So, for the guys in the UK who got T. on the NHS, how did you do it? What steps are necessary?
Thanks!
Thanks!
Title: Re: Routine to getting T. on the NHS?
Post by: Nathan. on February 23, 2011, 01:17:58 PM
Post by: Nathan. on February 23, 2011, 01:17:58 PM
I'm not sure about blockers but I know the first step is going to your gp and getting them to refer you to a therapist, it doesn't need to be a gender specialist. I already had one so I don't know how long this takes. I'm not sure how long you have to see them for but I think it's at least 3 sessions then they refer you to a GIC.
Title: Re: Routine to getting T. on the NHS?
Post by: Vin on March 04, 2011, 05:25:14 PM
Post by: Vin on March 04, 2011, 05:25:14 PM
Your first stop is to make an appointment with your GP, they will usually refer you to the nearest Gender Identity Clinic. I've just got mine through. I'm both scared and excited at the same time.
I wish you luck.
I wish you luck.