So after 267 days of waiting and going to Northampton Gender Clinic, I've been approved to start hormones! Yay!
I had my 4th appointment yesterday with Dr Timmins and he's going to put me on Leuprorelin Acetate and Estradiol.

I'm wondering if anyone else has had the same hormones and has anything to share about them? Experiences, pros & cons etc.

I'm so excited! Just got to wait a few days for a letter from the clinic and I'll be able to book an appointment at the GP to get my prescription!

Congratulations!

I'm on Estradiol, but I'm not on Leuprorelin Acetate.  Apparently, it's a lot like Spironolactone, which is what I am using, and Leurprorelin Acetate is normally used for younger folks to prevent puberty (only what I read on Wikipedia).

I've made very good progress!  Transitioning has had a very positive impact on my goals; however, I am still unsure of the social aspects as I am not out yet.  I think people are getting the clue, though, because the HRT has been working really well.

yea, congratulations Jessica.  Still waiting for appointment no 1 here so I'm glad someone is getting somewhere. Fingers crossed the boob fairy is quick to visit and generous  

Quote from: StillAnonymous on February 11, 2016, 02:17:39 PMI'm on Estradiol, but I'm not on Leuprorelin Acetate.  Apparently, it's a lot like Spironolactone

Not quite. Leuprolide Acetate shuts of testicular production of T (and E, as T converts to E) by stopping the production of LH (luteinizing hormone) after several weeks of overstimulating its production (desensitization). Spironolactone, on the other hand, does not reduce LH, can even increase it (due to anti-androgenic action) BUT reduces production of T through inhibiting 17 hydroxylation, increases T to E conversion, blocks androgen by competitively binding to androgen receptors, displaces E from SHBG thus increasing E bio-availability, may inhibit T to DHT conversion and slightly (although negligibly, I think) increase progesterone levels. Spiro also reduces blood pressure through increasing sodium loss and increasing potassium retention. Spiro is multifaceted, while leuprolide only does one thing.

Quote from: Lisa55 on February 11, 2016, 02:47:40 PM
yea, congratulations Jessica.  Still waiting for appointment no 1 here so I'm glad someone is getting somewhere. Fingers crossed the boob fairy is quick to visit and generous  

Yes! Fingers crossed the boob fairy is very generous! Dr Timmins said he expects I'll get lots and fast!

Quote from: StillAnonymous on February 11, 2016, 02:17:39 PM
Congratulations!

I'm on Estradiol, but I'm not on Leuprorelin Acetate.  Apparently, it's a lot like Spironolactone, which is what I am using, and Leurprorelin Acetate is normally used for younger folks to prevent puberty (only what I read on Wikipedia).

I've made very good progress!  Transitioning has had a very positive impact on my goals; however, I am still unsure of the social aspects as I am not out yet.  I think people are getting the clue, though, because the HRT has been working really well.

Quote from: KayXo on February 11, 2016, 03:08:12 PM
Leuprolide Acetate shuts of testicular production of T (and E, as T converts to E) by stopping the production of LH (luteinizing hormone) after several weeks of overstimulating its production (desensitization). Spironolactone, on the other hand, does not reduce LH, can even increase it (due to anti-androgenic action) BUT reduces production of T through inhibiting 17 hydroxylation, increases T to E conversion, blocks androgen by competitively binding to androgen receptors, displaces E from SHBG thus increasing E bio-availability, may inhibit T to DHT conversion and slightly (although negligibly, I think) increase progesterone levels. Spiro also reduces blood pressure through increasing sodium loss and increasing potassium retention. Spiro is multifaceted, while leuprolide only does one thing.

I see, thanks a lot for the info!

Yay, Congrats. I'm so happy for you. Hugs
Mariah

Quote from: Mariah2014 on February 14, 2016, 11:17:21 AM
Yay, Congrats. I'm so happy for you. Hugs
Mariah

Thank you Mariah!

Still waiting for that letter, furiously watching for the postman! 

congrats, just wait for the post person where he/her parks his/her truck to start the route.

Congratulations!!I know ho you feel, it is wonderful to feel validated andget to move forward with your life.

Congrats Jessica

Hugs,
Aly

Quote from: stephaniec on February 15, 2016, 11:05:14 AM
congrats, just wait for the post person where he/her parks his/her truck to start the route.

Quote from: DeidraDee on February 16, 2016, 06:33:40 AM
Congratulations!!I know ho you feel, it is wonderful to feel validated andget to move forward with your life.

Quote from: Alycya on February 16, 2016, 07:13:22 AM
Congrats Jessica
Hugs,
Aly

Thank you girls!

Still waiting ever so patiently for that letter, I hope it doesn't take too long!

Congratulations! I hope to have mine soon.

Great joy and love to you💋❤️❤️❤️❤️

Michelle

Congrats!! 

Quote from: Brandii on February 18, 2016, 04:28:37 PM
Congratulations! I hope to have mine soon.

Quote from: michelleh on February 23, 2016, 07:26:53 PM
Great joy and love to you💋❤️❤️❤️❤️

Michelle

Quote from: SoroyaAR on February 28, 2016, 06:57:00 PM
Congrats!! 

Thanks much!

My letter arrived yesterday and I went and picked up my prescription! I've got my estrogen, but will have to wait until Monday to pick up my Anti-Androgens as the pharmacy had to order them.
Feels super super great to have finally started! Yay!