FTM's and Transitioning

The Oopster · 04-24-2012, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Logicaly

My name change is officially complete and legal, now I just have to send paperwork off to all the appropriate places and get all things changed over. I am so glad to have that behind me and now I can begin working on the next step.

Congrats ... mine probably won't get started til fall now!

It's interesting how different people react to it!

My mom was funny ... she was like "you just can't change it and not let us know we have your name on paper work." That's my mom.

Another person tried to tell me it's such a hassle it's not worth it. In my opinion it's a hassle not having it done. Maybe that's because I travel a lot and i have jobs where my drivers license is always shown so my given name is always out there!

Nadeest · 04-29-2012, 09:31 PM

I finally got my name changed, and have most of the paperwork changes accomplished, as well. Turning in the paperwork didn't worry me overmuch, but I was terrified when I went up in front of the judge. I was worried that he would turn down my request, just like the judge in Michigan did. Happily, it went off without a hitch, and I finally have my proper name.

Julien · 04-30-2012, 05:02 PM

I hope this is the right place to explain my situation. I am not as far along in my transition as I would like, but I wanted to post because I had a hysto three months ago and my ovaries were removed. I do not do hormone replacement therapy and am not on T (as of right now). I was told that taking my ovaries out would put me immediately into menopause. I do not have any of the symptoms of menopause and wondered if anyone else experience that? I see no need to do HRT because I feel fine the way I am. I don't know when I will be able to do the T because there are so many hurdles to overcome in my neck of the woods. I just wondered if anyone else had similar stories dealing with hystos and hormones. Thank you for any comments.

Corkey · 04-30-2012, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Julien

I wanted to post because I had a hysto three months ago and my ovaries were removed. I do not do hormone replacement therapy and am not on T (as of right now). I was told that taking my ovaries out would put me immediately into menopause. I do not have any of the symptoms of menopause and wondered if anyone else experience that? I see no need to do HRT because I feel fine the way I am. I don't know when I will be able to do the T because there are so many hurdles to overcome in my neck of the woods. I just wondered if anyone else had similar stories dealing with hystos and hormones.

I went through the big M, I am about to get my female plumbing removed, so can't help you there. If you take T you will have to have your liver tested frequently. There are many issues with taking any hormone, you should know the risks and be able to talk with your doctor about if it is right for you. Please don't go the underground for T, you have no idea what you are getting.

Toughy · 04-30-2012, 06:22 PM

I'm not an FtM nor am I transitioning, but I did want to speak to the hormone replacement therapy (HRT) issue. First be thankful you are not having hot flashes, and/or night sweats..laughin.....they are awful. Many female bodied folks go through menopause without all those symptoms, so it is not unheard of.

If you are planning on transitioning it would not make sense for you to do HRT. The point of HRT is to replace estrogen lost because of either menopause or removing ovaries. The reason folks do HRT is to stop those symptoms from above and to help prevent bone loss. It's a part of normal ageing for female bodied folks so it's not a requirement for female-bodied folks to do HRT. I didn't and know plenty of women who have not.

I have not heard of FtMs taking estrogen. I believe the Benjamin Standards actually recommend hysterectomy (guys correct me if I am wrong....haven't read them in a few years) before starting T. My understanding is FtMs want to minimize the effects of estrogen and maximize the effects of testosterone. That is why you go on T.

There are a couple of threads here that talk about ways to increase T levels by using non-pharmaceutical products such as herbs. Some of the guys here should be able to steer you in the right direction. Please make sure you get yourself educated before you take any kind of herbs or hormones including estrogen and/or testosterone. The guys here are an incredible resource.

Nadeest · 04-30-2012, 09:21 PM

Actually, the new standards are put out by WPATH ( formerly known as the Harry Benjamin Society). You can find a copy of the new Standards of Care at the WPATH website. However, I can tell you that specific operations are NOT required, these days, for someone to transition. It is more a matter of what works for the individual, and what makes them feel more comfortable in their bodies.

Toughy · 04-30-2012, 09:39 PM

thanks Nadeest....it's good to know they think folks who are transitioning are capable of making their own decisions.....

04-30-2012, 05:02 PM	#3
Julien Member How Do You Identify?: TG/GenderQueer Preferred Pronoun?: I'm flexible, but only up to a point. Relationship Status: Single Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Alabama, Gulf Coast area Posts: 1,007 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 2,247 Thanked 2,702 Times in 737 Posts Rep Power: 21474853	hormones I hope this is the right place to explain my situation. I am not as far along in my transition as I would like, but I wanted to post because I had a hysto three months ago and my ovaries were removed. I do not do hormone replacement therapy and am not on T (as of right now). I was told that taking my ovaries out would put me immediately into menopause. I do not have any of the symptoms of menopause and wondered if anyone else experience that? I see no need to do HRT because I feel fine the way I am. I don't know when I will be able to do the T because there are so many hurdles to overcome in my neck of the woods. I just wondered if anyone else had similar stories dealing with hystos and hormones. Thank you for any comments. __________________ Julien “Self-plagiarism is style.” Alfred Hitchcock Formerly known as Graphiteta2s Last edited by Julien; 04-30-2012 at 05:05 PM. Reason: clarify

04-30-2012, 06:22 PM	#5
Toughy Senior Member How Do You Identify?: pervert butch feminist woman Preferred Pronoun?: see above Relationship Status: independent entity Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Oakland Posts: 1,826 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 4,068 Thanked 7,654 Times in 1,523 Posts Rep Power: 21474853	I'm not an FtM nor am I transitioning, but I did want to speak to the hormone replacement therapy (HRT) issue. First be thankful you are not having hot flashes, and/or night sweats..laughin.....they are awful. Many female bodied folks go through menopause without all those symptoms, so it is not unheard of. If you are planning on transitioning it would not make sense for you to do HRT. The point of HRT is to replace estrogen lost because of either menopause or removing ovaries. The reason folks do HRT is to stop those symptoms from above and to help prevent bone loss. It's a part of normal ageing for female bodied folks so it's not a requirement for female-bodied folks to do HRT. I didn't and know plenty of women who have not. I have not heard of FtMs taking estrogen. I believe the Benjamin Standards actually recommend hysterectomy (guys correct me if I am wrong....haven't read them in a few years) before starting T. My understanding is FtMs want to minimize the effects of estrogen and maximize the effects of testosterone. That is why you go on T. There are a couple of threads here that talk about ways to increase T levels by using non-pharmaceutical products such as herbs. Some of the guys here should be able to steer you in the right direction. Please make sure you get yourself educated before you take any kind of herbs or hormones including estrogen and/or testosterone. The guys here are an incredible resource. __________________ We are everywhere We are different I do not care if resistance is futile I will not assimilate www.butchfemmesocials.com/

04-30-2012, 09:39 PM	#7
Toughy Senior Member How Do You Identify?: pervert butch feminist woman Preferred Pronoun?: see above Relationship Status: independent entity Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Oakland Posts: 1,826 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 4,068 Thanked 7,654 Times in 1,523 Posts Rep Power: 21474853	thanks Nadeest....it's good to know they think folks who are transitioning are capable of making their own decisions..... __________________ We are everywhere We are different I do not care if resistance is futile I will not assimilate www.butchfemmesocials.com/

04-29-2012, 09:31 PM	#2
Nadeest Member How Do You Identify?: as myself Preferred Pronoun?: She Relationship Status: Single Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Leesburg, FL Posts: 595 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 2,876 Thanked 2,118 Times in 501 Posts Rep Power: 17077998	I finally got my name changed, and have most of the paperwork changes accomplished, as well. Turning in the paperwork didn't worry me overmuch, but I was terrified when I went up in front of the judge. I was worried that he would turn down my request, just like the judge in Michigan did. Happily, it went off without a hitch, and I finally have my proper name.

04-30-2012, 09:21 PM	#6
Nadeest Member How Do You Identify?: as myself Preferred Pronoun?: She Relationship Status: Single Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Leesburg, FL Posts: 595 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 2,876 Thanked 2,118 Times in 501 Posts Rep Power: 17077998	Actually, the new standards are put out by WPATH ( formerly known as the Harry Benjamin Society). You can find a copy of the new Standards of Care at the WPATH website. However, I can tell you that specific operations are NOT required, these days, for someone to transition. It is more a matter of what works for the individual, and what makes them feel more comfortable in their bodies.