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Started by LoriLorenz, February 22, 2015, 09:10:32 PM

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LoriLorenz

So, I have an appointment with the endo in a couple weeks and have a couple of things to discuss with her (trans guy locally recommended her).

First and foremost is - of course - going on T. That should be pretty straightforward, but how do I address the idea of being intersexed so that it's not misunderstood? Do I simply mention Turner Syndrome or ???

I also want to talk to her about energy levels since I have a muscle condition that eats crazy amounts of energy, but since it's muscle and not endocrinal, I don't know if she can help me with that... Any ideas guys? (and ladies, feel free to chime in!)

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Leyn

Honestly if it were me i would just be straight up about it,
then there is definitely not going to be any confusion/misunderstandings about it
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LordKAT

Bringing up your medical history and concerns would be a very good idea. Even if they can't do something about it, they may be able to avoid making things worse inadvertently.  Though, they could very well know a solution or someone else who does.
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Bimmer Guy

I think it is really, really important that you bring all of your medication information/paperwork with you.  Hormones are a big deal to your body, please be safe by laying it all out there.
Top Surgery: 10/10/13 (Garramone)
Testosterone: 9/9/14
Hysto: 10/1/15
Stage 1 Meta: 3/2/16 (including UL, Vaginectomy, Scrotoplasty), (Crane, CA)
Stage 2 Meta: 11/11/16 Testicular implants, phallus and scrotum repositioning, v-nectomy revision.  Additional: Lipo on sides of chest. (Crane, TX)
Fistula Repair 12/21/17 (UPenn Hospital,unsuccessful)
Fistula Repair 6/7/18 (Nikolavsky, successful)
Revision: 1/11/19 Replacement of eroded testicle,  mons resection, cosmetic work on scrotum (Crane, TX)



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LoriLorenz

Quote from: Leyn on February 22, 2015, 09:15:08 PM
Honestly if it were me i would just be straight up about it,
then there is definitely not going to be any confusion/misunderstandings about it
Usually I am, but sometimes I get unsure about lingo I'm not as familiar with. So, a little reminder is always helpful.
Quote from: LordKAT on February 22, 2015, 10:07:44 PM
Bringing up your medical history and concerns would be a very good idea. Even if they can't do something about it, they may be able to avoid making things worse inadvertently.  Though, they could very well know a solution or someone else who does.
Quote from: Brett on February 23, 2015, 08:47:29 PM
I think it is really, really important that you bring all of your medication information/paperwork with you.  Hormones are a big deal to your body, please be safe by laying it all out there.
Oh cripes, thanks for the reminder! My medical history and medication list is crazy atm. That kind of stuff could cause issues.
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