Back in Sep last year I felt I couldn't wait, I just had to do something, so I started taking Pueraria Mirifica.
So after I few weeks I felt my breasts/nipples get tender and sore. Over the next few months there was a noticable to me change in the breast shape, and my nipples have changed as well.
My skin stopped being oily.
My mental and emotional state became calmer and I would say happier. Even thought I was very worried about any body changes being notable yo others.

Then in Feb I took my last PM, money being short.

After about 3 to 4 weeks I noticed I became more easily hot tempered. Then the oily skin came back.

Seeing girls/women has me wondering even more how thier clothes would be on me. I get pangs in both my breasts and my groin, a longing ache sometimes.

I have been really looking at those with similar body shapes as mine. Even comparing how thier breasts are shaped  and size to how I hope to look.  I have thin legs and even thinner arms.
It caught me off guard to see how smaller breasts women are getting my attention more then before. I would tell myself a size A or small B would be ok, I am seeing that as being much more appealing to my now.

So my insurance requires the PCP to request a referral to get approved to see a therapist for gender related reasons, then sessions for at least 3 months before they will cover HRT.

I did some research and found Planned Parenthood will do Informed Consent starting of HRT. So I hope to be able to afford this starting in June or July.

I have found some drug discount programs online, I will need to use them, as my costs will most likely be all out of pocket. Does anyone have one they prefer to suggest.

From what I have read, I most likely will be on the patch, as I am 60.

If you find a better drug discount web site, let us know however Good RX has worked pretty good for the people on the site. When you see a doctor, you might want to ask if there is anything they are aware of because one of the other patients might have passed some information on.

Quote from: Dena on April 21, 2019, 11:01:25 PM
If you find a better drug discount web site, let us know however Good RX has worked pretty good for the people on the site. When you see a doctor, you might want to ask if there is anything they are aware of because one of the other patients might have passed some information on.

That's  the one that seems to give the best prices.
I will keep that in mind about asking about other possible sources of discounts.
Thank you.

Quote from: snbab on April 21, 2019, 08:57:43 PM
Back in Sep last year I felt I couldn't wait, I just had to do something, so I started taking Pueraria Mirifica.
So after I few weeks I felt my breasts/nipples get tender and sore. Over the next few months there was a noticable to me change in the breast shape, and my nipples have changed as well.
My skin stopped being oily.
My mental and emotional state became calmer and I would say happier. Even thought I was very worried about any body changes being notable yo others.

...

So my insurance requires the PCP to request a referral to get approved to see a therapist for gender related reasons, then sessions for at least 3 months before they will cover HRT.

I did some research and found Planned Parenthood will do Informed Consent starting of HRT. So I hope to be able to afford this starting in June or July.

I have found some drug discount programs online, I will need to use them, as my costs will most likely be all out of pocket. Does anyone have one they prefer to suggest.

From what I have read, I most likely will be on the patch, as I am 60.

It's scary as all hell but come out to your PCP. 

When I went into the office to come out my blood pressure was like 210 over 140.  I was terrified.

I live in no where Oklahoma.  I was expecting rejection.  I found acceptance and the knowledge I wasn't the only trans patient / client she has.

The key thing is coordination of care.  Yes Planned Parenthood will work with you on an 'informed consent' basis.  I was looking that way when I feared I had no other choice.  I discovered they probably wouldn't coordinate with my PCP.  Us older women need to make sure our PCP has the whole story.

I'm doing the patch.  (Two actually.)  Lord knows I done enough damage to my liver trying to cope.  The estradiol is absorbed through the skin, bypassing the liver.  It works.  I've found my peace and have developed boobs that I know I have to be modest about.

I'm not quite sure about the PCP needing to refer you to a therapist.  I sought out the therapist, and after she confirmed the dysphoria, is when I came out to my PCP.

At any rate, coordinate your care.  It's a pain - but you'll be healthier.

Kate


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Quote from: jkredman on April 21, 2019, 11:34:03 PMI'm doing the patch.  (Two actually.)  Lord knows I done enough damage to my liver trying to cope.  The estradiol is absorbed through the skin, bypassing the liver.  It works.  I've found my peace and have developed boobs that I know I have to be modest about.

Aren't injections cheaper? And they also bypass the liver.

I also plan to hit up Planned Parenthood for the HRT soon.  Let us know how your visit to PP goes.

Best wishes!

Bea


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Quote from: jkredman on April 21, 2019, 11:34:03 PM

It's scary as all hell but come out to your PCP. 

When I went into the office to come out my blood pressure was like 210 over 140.  I was terrified.

I live in no where Oklahoma.  I was expecting rejection.  I found acceptance and the knowledge I wasn't the only trans patient / client she has.

The key thing is coordination of care.  Yes Planned Parenthood will work with you on an 'informed consent' basis.  I was looking that way when I feared I had no other choice.  I discovered they probably wouldn't coordinate with my PCP.  Us older women need to make sure our PCP has the whole story.

I'm doing the patch.  (Two actually.)  Lord knows I done enough damage to my liver trying to cope.  The estradiol is absorbed through the skin, bypassing the liver.  It works.  I've found my peace and have developed boobs that I know I have to be modest about.

I'm not quite sure about the PCP needing to refer you to a therapist.  I sought out the therapist, and after she confirmed the dysphoria, is when I came out to my PCP.

At any rate, coordinate your care.  It's a pain - but you'll be healthier.

Kate


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Good morning and think you for your reply and suggestions.

Because of my job as a truck driver it was very hard to get appointments with my old PCP. My old PCP required appointment scheduled weeks in advance. So I am looking for a new PCP near my work location.
I am finally on a regular schedule day off, wednesdays , so this should help.

I was using a online therapist, she was very helpful,  as I could write out my feelings and concerns. I tend to scramble my words when speaking and am nervous. However that was costly, and not covered by my insurace.

So many things in the works.

Quote from: Ann W on April 22, 2019, 12:38:47 AM
Aren't injections cheaper? And they also bypass the liver.

Hello,
I haven't checked on thier prices. I read that patches are recommended for persons my age. And they would be much easier to manage. I also believe the patches would not cause the roller coaster effect injections can cause.
Just my opinion.
Have a wonderful day.

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