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Community Conversation => Transitioning => Hormone replacement therapy => Topic started by: Colleen Ireland on March 29, 2011, 07:42:25 AM

Title: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: Colleen Ireland on March 29, 2011, 07:42:25 AM
I have my first Endo appointment this afternoon at 2!  Hooray!!!   :laugh: :laugh: ;D ;D :D :D <insert dancing jig emoticon/>

I have the HRT letter from my therapist (first obtained Nov 30 last year), my GID diagnosis from CAMH ( just received last week), and the results from the initial blood work.  I am HOPING he will write an initial scrip today!  I will discuss options with him (Suprefact vs. Spiro, pills vs. patch).  I'm almost giddy - it hardly seems possible the day has arrived!  I have waited SO patiently and SO long.  Now it's MY turn!  Yay!!
Title: Re: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: Melody Maia on March 29, 2011, 07:52:57 AM
Colleen I am so happy for you, this day at last! You have been amazingly patient. I will be hoping with you that you get your E today and take the next big step. Good luck hon and don't forget to take pictures or video of you taking your first dose!
Title: Re: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: MillieB on March 29, 2011, 08:11:36 AM
Grats hun! ;D
Title: Re: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: cynthialee on March 29, 2011, 08:36:14 AM
YAY!
Title: Re: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: Colleen Ireland on March 29, 2011, 08:42:48 AM
Quote from: Melody Maia on March 29, 2011, 07:52:57 AMGood luck hon and don't forget to take pictures or video of you taking your first dose!

Thanks, girls.  Oh, and Melody... you've reminded me, I want to take pictures of various views of me before starting!  And I hadn't thought about recording that first dose, THAT will be something!  Thanks!  Oh, I am SO excited!  I just hope he will write me up something today, I hope I'm not jumping the gun emotionally...
Title: Re: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: Robert Scott on March 29, 2011, 09:40:18 AM
Congrats!  Hope the apt went well!
Title: Re: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: Colleen Ireland on March 29, 2011, 09:44:09 AM
It's at 2:00 pm today, so hasn't happened yet, but I'll let y'all know!
Title: Re: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: bethw on March 29, 2011, 11:49:12 AM
Good Luck Colleen.
hugs
beth
Title: Re: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: JessicaR on March 29, 2011, 12:21:26 PM
Woohoo!!!!!

   It's an amazing ride, Colleen.... enjoy every moment of it. After about two months of HRT, I was hit with the overwhelming realization that I was doing the right thing. I hope it's as wonderful for you.

<hugs>
Title: Re: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: Colleen Ireland on March 29, 2011, 03:15:09 PM
WooHoo!!!!!!   ;D :laugh:;D :laugh:;D :laugh:;D :laugh:;D :laugh:;D :laugh:;D :laugh:

Just got back, and I have in my hot little hand a prescription for Suprefact, Estrogen and Progesterone!  In a moment I'll be on my way to the drugstore to fill it.  Wow!  What a fabulous birthday present.  I am C-E-L-E-B-R-A-T-I-N-G tonight!!!  ;D :laugh:;D :laugh:;D :laugh:;D :laugh:;D :laugh:
Title: Re: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: Janet_Girl on March 29, 2011, 06:07:58 PM
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Welcome to the Dark Side   >:-)
Title: Re: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: Sandy on March 29, 2011, 06:11:19 PM
Quote from: Janet Lynn on March 29, 2011, 06:07:58 PM
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Welcome to the Dark Side   >:-)

We have cookies!
Title: Re: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: Colleen Ireland on March 29, 2011, 07:15:19 PM
Quote from: Melody Maia on March 29, 2011, 07:52:57 AMGood luck hon and don't forget to take pictures or video of you taking your first dose!

Well, you asked... First dose of E (progesterone has to wait until 2 hours after meal, E take with food, Suprefact won't be in until tomorrow...):

(https://www.susans.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fhome.cogeco.ca%2F%7Eguitartim%2Fimages%2Fbottle.jpg&hash=14b508552fa731f48d0873a16dd932a9a331e837)
(https://www.susans.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fhome.cogeco.ca%2F%7Eguitartim%2Fimages%2Ffirst_pill.jpg&hash=bbb1f3cf974a390a5cc5ae4b66def9d76662f0ac)

(Simone and I went out to Harvey's for supper to celebrate...)
Title: Re: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: Janet_Girl on March 29, 2011, 07:19:15 PM
Houston, we have proof she has lift off.
:icon_dance: :icon_dance: :icon_dance:
Title: Re: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: V M on March 29, 2011, 07:27:40 PM
Yay Colleen!!!  :eusa_clap: :eusa_dance: :eusa_clap:  Very Happy for you

This is a bit early but...
Happy Birthday!!!
Title: Re: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: cynthialee on March 29, 2011, 07:42:33 PM
 ;D
Soon the E will make its way into your brain and then ...
Awesome!
Title: Re: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: Jade_is_awesome on March 29, 2011, 07:55:16 PM
Quote from: Colleen Ireland on March 29, 2011, 07:42:25 AM
I have my first Endo appointment this afternoon at 2!  Hooray!!!   :laugh: :laugh: ;D ;D :D :D <insert dancing jig emoticon/>

I have the HRT letter from my therapist (first obtained Nov 30 last year), my GID diagnosis from CAMH ( just received last week), and the results from the initial blood work.  I am HOPING he will write an initial scrip today!  I will discuss options with him (Suprefact vs. Spiro, pills vs. patch).  I'm almost giddy - it hardly seems possible the day has arrived!  I have waited SO patiently and SO long.  Now it's MY turn!  Yay!!

Good 4 u!
Title: Re: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: Stephanie.Izann on March 29, 2011, 07:57:14 PM
Hurray!!! Be careful with the progesterone. Is it micronized? Or synthetic? I am happy for you!
Title: Re: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: Colleen Ireland on March 29, 2011, 08:00:22 PM
Quote from: Stephanie.Izann on March 29, 2011, 07:57:14 PM
Hurray!!! Be careful with the progesterone. Is it micronized? Or synthetic? I am happy for you!

Dunno, it says "Prometrium" on the label. 

Virginia Marie, THANK you for the early birthday wishes!  (blush)...
Title: Re: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: V M on March 29, 2011, 08:07:28 PM
Quote from: Colleen Ireland on March 29, 2011, 08:00:22 PM
Dunno, it says "Prometrium" on the label. 

Virginia Marie, THANK you for the early birthday wishes!  (blush)...
As I understand, Prometrium is micronized P- I take the generic version of Prometrium called Microgest

Hugs  :)
Title: Re: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: Colleen Ireland on March 29, 2011, 08:30:56 PM
Quote from: Virginia Marie on March 29, 2011, 08:07:28 PM
As I understand, Prometrium is micronized P- I take the generic version of Prometrium called Microgest

Hugs  :)

;D  That's good.  I'm very happy about my drug plan (it covers the whole shot)...
Title: Re: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: Melody Maia on March 30, 2011, 02:01:46 AM
Quote from: Colleen Ireland on March 29, 2011, 07:15:19 PM
Well, you asked... First dose of E (progesterone has to wait until 2 hours after meal, E take with food, Suprefact won't be in until tomorrow...):

(https://www.susans.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fhome.cogeco.ca%2F%7Eguitartim%2Fimages%2Fbottle.jpg&hash=14b508552fa731f48d0873a16dd932a9a331e837)
(https://www.susans.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fhome.cogeco.ca%2F%7Eguitartim%2Fimages%2Ffirst_pill.jpg&hash=bbb1f3cf974a390a5cc5ae4b66def9d76662f0ac)

(Simone and I went out to Harvey's for supper to celebrate...)

Awesome hon! I am so happy for you. I know this has been a long time coming. Welcome to the roller coaster ride. Remember to keep hands, feet and developing boobs inside the moving vehicle at all times! That last bit is the most important. LOL.

Oh my, I just noticed, I am over 1000 posts!
Title: Re: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: Colleen Ireland on March 30, 2011, 05:28:26 AM
Quote from: Melody Maia on March 30, 2011, 02:01:46 AMOh my, I just noticed, I am over 1000 posts!

...and I'm right there behind you!  Wow!
Title: Re: We're.... Off to see the wizard!!!
Post by: jodi on March 30, 2011, 07:18:34 AM
 :)