Puberty blocker for children considering sex change

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/health/healthnews/8454002/Puberty-blocker-for-children-considering-sex-change.html

By Richard Alleyne, Science Correspondent 7:00PM BST 15 Apr 2011

Children as young as 12 are to be allowed drugs to block puberty while they decide whether to have a sex change, it has been revealed.

Supporters say that the "window" prevents a great deal of mental and physical anguish caused by the maturing of sex organs, facial hair growth and changes in the voice.

But critics argue it only prolongs the agony and can prevent people "growing out" of any feelings of confusion.

I wish I could make those commentators live my teenage years I'd be interested to see how many survive and even more sing there same ignorant tune.

QuoteUntil this month, British doctors were prevented from offering youngsters diagnosed with gender issues any medical intervention before the late stages of puberty usually at 16.

It just gets better. Our society is governed by common sense and intellectual compassion. Not the extreme views of overcompensating tough guys.

I'm sad that I and many others have missed out on this. But if what I've had to deal with, along with so many others like me, can make things even slightly easier for the next generation, then I can honestly say, it was worth it.

I just love this country and our NHS.