Hello, I have been around the site reading for a while but first time posting. I am going to be starting HRT next week if all goes off without a hitch. Super nervous, like I had to talk myself up into going to the doctor, it feels great to know I have finally started the process but its doing nothing for my nerves. Has anybody else gone through similar things?

I remember when I first started to call up my doctor to start HRT.  I was super nervous and it took me weeks to gain enough courage to finally setup the appointment.  I was anxious the day I went in, but it was a pretty painless process.  I signed a novel's worth of precautions and got my prescription for all my meds...  I think you will be fine.  Remember,  all the fear and anxiety is only in your head

Congratulations on starting HRT. Welcome to Susan's.

I was very nervous to start HRT. I was in a panic mode for a while. 3 weeks in on HRT and I decided this was the best thing I could have done. 

Welcome and congratulations.

We all get nervous when we start this journey.  It is a voyage into the unknown, after all, one that will be literally life-changing.  But that's the point.

Quote from: Josilyn on May 08, 2017, 07:05:18 PM
I remember when I first started to call up my doctor to start HRT.  I was super nervous and it took me weeks to gain enough courage to finally setup the appointment.  I was anxious the day I went in, but it was a pretty painless process.  I signed a novel's worth of precautions and got my prescription for all my meds...  I think you will be fine.  Remember,  all the fear and anxiety is only in your head

So they make you sign stuff huh? I know its all in my head, and I know it will be like shedding 50 pounds once i get everything squared away. Its just a lot to process haha.

Quote from: Rachel Lynn on May 08, 2017, 07:11:41 PM
Congratulations on starting HRT. Welcome to Susan's.

I was very nervous to start HRT. I was in a panic mode for a while. 3 weeks in on HRT and I decided this was the best thing I could have done.

Thank you!

Yea, just a lot of emotions difficult to process them all. It helps to read others experiences for me, and I'm still sort of in panic mode, just feels like everything is going super fast.

The only thing to fear is fear itself. 

You say you are anxious, in a good way or bad?  If it's just nerves, you're going to be fine. 

One thing my Dr told me was the medications (Spiro and e.v.) were both designed for a different propose.  It's the side effects that we WANT!  Kinda strange.

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Quote from: KathyLauren on May 08, 2017, 07:24:09 PM
Welcome and congratulations.

We all get nervous when we start this journey.  It is a voyage into the unknown, after all, one that will be literally life-changing.  But that's the point.

Thank you!

The unknown can be sort of awesome and scary at the same time, and im just a mix of emotions.

Welcome to Susan's Place!

That first visit to the doctor is a bit unnerving, but it usually goes very well. Doctors are professionals, and are used to hearing little surprises from their patients, so there really isn't anything to fear.  You're going to be fine!

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Quote from: Denise on May 08, 2017, 07:45:43 PM
The only thing to fear is fear itself. 

You say you are anxious, in a good way or bad?  If it's just nerves, you're going to be fine. 

One thing my Dr told me was the medications (Spiro and e.v.) were both designed for a different propose.  It's the side effects that we WANT!  Kinda strange.

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Yea, I tend to let my fear get the better of me sometimes.  And yes, i am anxious in both good and bad ways, real mix of emotions going on in my head.
Huh, I only have a very basic knowledge of the medications used in HRT im sure the MD im seeing will go over all that with me as well id hope.

Oh gosh, I was so nervous!  "Was this what I wanted?  I have lasted this long without transitioning, maybe I'm not sure.  Is this really dysphoria?"  Basically, I was doubting myself out of fear of what others would think.  Then after starting HRT and getting some relief I realized how bad my dysphoria was.  I never realize how extreme it was until some of it was alleviated.  Needless to say, it was the best thing I ever did.  Nervousness and anxiety is normal, this is a huge step and I am excited for you!

   I am going through the same thing my appointment is next week hopefully i will start hormones then I am also nervous and excited  good luck

   bobbisue