I am not sure what I am (trans/intersex/androgyne), but I know I belong somewhere here and want to beg forgiveness for posting on a similar message in different areas. I am generally perceived as a male, but I have rather large breasts (for a male) that lately have been bouncing a lot and the nipples have been sore.
I am 5'2" tall, 130 pounds, and don't have much upper body strength. I have always felt that I was part male and part female. I am not into many typical male things like sports.
My male parts work (I have fathered two children) and I am chemically attracted to females.
I am going to see my doctor soon and want to know what tests to ask for. My doc has made me get mammograms in the past to check out suspicious lumps (Fortunately, they were negative). My prolactin level was not elevated, but none of my other hormones were checked.
What tests do I need to find out if there are any intersex issues here? Which hormones or other chemicals should be checked? Are there any other tests to run in addition to fancy bloodwork?
I live in Maryland close to Washington DC. Does anyone know any good docs in the MD/DC/VA area who are experts in this?
This link may be useful. I would imagine a test of typical hormone levels i.e. estrogen/testosterone would be a good place to start. I'm not a medical professional by any means, but the internet is an amazing source of information. Good luck and I hope all is well.
http://menshealth.about.com/cs/embarrassments/a/gyn_males.htm (http://menshealth.about.com/cs/embarrassments/a/gyn_males.htm)