Will I be disqualified from surgery if....

[Curious_Sprout]

Alright so I just have a quick question. I have anxiety and it gets in the way at work a lot of the time, so I want to talk to a therapist and maybe get onto some anti anxiety meds. My only fear is that if I am diagnosed with anxiety or depression that a surgeon may be skeptical about performing Gender confirmation surgery.

(I don't think I am depressed, I am honestly pretty happy with the way my life is going, but I do worry about being diagnosed as such.)

Does anyone know if being diagnosed with anxiety or depression makes it more difficult to have surgery?

[Northern Star Girl]

Alright so I just have a quick question. I have anxiety and it gets in the way at work a lot of the time, so I want to talk to a therapist and maybe get onto some anti anxiety meds. My only fear is that if I am diagnosed with anxiety or depression that a surgeon may be skeptical about performing Gender confirmation surgery.

(I don't think I am depressed, I am honestly pretty happy with the way my life is going, but I do worry about being diagnosed as such.)

Does anyone know if being diagnosed with anxiety or depression makes it more difficult to have surgery?

@Curious_Sprout
Dear Curious_Sprout:
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[Northern Star Girl]

@Curious_Sprout   
Oh, and another thing Curious_Sprout...
Please plan to write a post and tell us briefly tell us about yourself in the Introductions Forum so that other members will be aware of your arrival... therefore you will be able to share your thoughts with more members here.
     
Thank you again for joining Susan's Place and being involved in the Forums here.
Best wishes to you,
Danielle
NOTE: Now after all of this Greeting Stuff I will let you have your thread back so you can pursue answers to your questions.
Other members here will certainly be along to give you their comments and suggestions that you may be seeking

[Devlyn]

Alright so I just have a quick question. I have anxiety and it gets in the way at work a lot of the time, so I want to talk to a therapist and maybe get onto some anti anxiety meds. My only fear is that if I am diagnosed with anxiety or depression that a surgeon may be skeptical about performing Gender confirmation surgery.

(I don't think I am depressed, I am honestly pretty happy with the way my life is going, but I do worry about being diagnosed as such.)


Does anyone know if being diagnosed with anxiety or depression makes it more difficult to have surgery?

No... and yes. The standards of care call for our providers to ensure that we are capable of making an informed decision on surgery, and whether there are underlying mental health issues.

Welcome to Susan's Place!

Hugs, Devlyn