Hello there! My name is Kate, short for Catherine. Now, I wish I could say this is my legal name, but, alas, it is not. At least, not yet.
I'm eighteen years old, and I'm currently on my fourth day of HRT - Spironolactone and Estradiol, which seems to be the norm for girls just getting their bearings. I'm on low dosage, which is probably for the best given that I have an incredibly low natural T count due to having hypogonadism. I have no reservations about undergoing HRT at such a young age regarding fertility as I am naturally infertile so it wouldn't really matter much anyways. Despite that, I still have parents who rag on me that 'you should think of your future' blah blah blah blah I don't care.
I've been out for a good three years but I still present male a large percentage of the time unless I'm with close friends. I don't exactly pass right now due to an obscene amount of dark facial hair combined with very fair skin.
Regarding the first few days of HRT, I will say that I do have a small amount of chest ache and a huuuuge feeling of relief. Knowing that I'm already past the hardest part and on to the rest of my life has been the most wonderful thought of all.
Quote from: Teemo on September 06, 2014, 06:06:50 PM
I don't exactly pass right now due to an obscene amount of dark facial hair combined with very fair skin.
Not sure if you have heard of it, but there is a product called tattoo cover that will take care of your issue with dark hair. :)
Anyway, a big warm welcome to the family Kate!!! I hope you enjoy your time with us and I know you will make a lot of friends. You are part of the family now so don't be shy and dig right in.
I remember my first few days on HRT. It was totally amazing and seeing myself become my dream a little every day was so wonderful. I hope you exceed your wildest imagination and are able to live full time very soon. Anything any of us can do for you just ask. After 15 posting feel free to PM me for questions, concerns or just plain old girl talk. You will find everyone else will do what they can as well. We have a remarkable family here and you are a part of it now. :)
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Welcome to the forum, Kate!
Re the dark hair, light skin - you might be the perfect candidate for laser hair removal. I know of others with similar issues who have had a great result with laser.
Quote from: Ms Grace on September 06, 2014, 08:06:33 PM
Welcome to the forum, Kate!
Re the dark hair, light skin - you might be the perfect candidate for laser hair removal. I know of others with similar issues who have had a great result with laser.
I can't really find a definitive answer on the costs, though, compared to electrolysis. I'm a college student living on a budget; how much would laser be, do you think, if I was to do my face and neck? Thank you so much <3
I'm doing laser at moment and have had a couple if electrolisis sessions.
Elec $50 per hr
Laser 6 sessions pack 40% off $550