One year ago today at approximately the same time as I am writing this, I was in surgery in Montreal. Overall things turned out very well--everything works, I'm orgasmic, I can urinate normally, I lost little to no depth, had no pain, no infections and aside from a little puffiness around the main incisions, things look good. I guess the worst I experienced was some major swelling in the beginning and a little granulation which has resolved itself.
I have had some physical changes i.e. breast development, skin changes, less body hair. I haven't gained any weight, but I have noticed a change in fat distribution--my hips are a little rounder and my waist is a little narrower. I think most of my changes were psychological--I think differently and am much calmer than I was before. I'm much more open and smile more. I'm just really comfortable in my own skin now. Do I miss having a penis? No! As a matter of fact, I can't even remember what it was like having one--it's a strange feeling, but a good feeling.
From the beginning, I never expected too much. I allowed nature to take it's course and allowed things to transpire as they may and, to my surprise, things turned out very well. Dr. Brassard did a good job and everything he and his staff said would happen, did. I'm glad I did this and I am a much better person now than I was before.
For all those contemplating or are scheduled for surgery, I wish you the best. It is difficult but, if you stay positive and healthy and follow the Dr's instructions, things will be much easier. You will be much happier after all is said and done.
Thanks to all who provided assistance during my pre and post-op time, you were all very helpful.
