The Maturing FtM: Topics on Aging & Wellness

nycfem · 03-18-2014, 03:41 PM

Hey, Corkey, this post was reported as a possibly hostile response, and I'm wondering if you could please clarify it on the thread. Thanks, Jennifer, Moderator

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Originally Posted by Corkey

I leave that question blank. After all an ass is an ass is an ass.

Corkey · 03-18-2014, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by nycfem

Hey, Corkey, this post was reported as a possibly hostile response, and I'm wondering if you could please clarify it on the thread. Thanks, Jennifer, Moderator

As I sent a message to Joe, in Colonoscopies I leave the gender blank as a colon is a colon is a colon. Same organ in male and females. It has nothing to do with a person, people or anyone here on the site. A metaphor, the ass.

C0LLETTE · 03-18-2014, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Corkey

As I sent a message to Joe, in Colonoscopies I leave the gender blank as a colon is a colon is a colon. Same organ in male and females. It has nothing to do with a person, people or anyone here on the site. A metaphor, the ass.

Ok that was a lovely funny exchange of posts. I reread several times with raised eyebrow, saw the mod's query, and then saw the response that an ass really is a colon. I just burst out laughing that I hadn't gotten it first time through. Thanks Corkey

Corkey · 03-18-2014, 03:59 PM

It's quite alright, I'm an acquired taste....

Joe Mario · 03-23-2014, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Corkey

As I sent a message to Joe, in Colonoscopies I leave the gender blank as a colon is a colon is a colon. Same organ in male and females. It has nothing to do with a person, people or anyone here on the site. A metaphor, the ass.

Hey, Corkey, let me understand your response:

Do you know about colonoscopy procedures? Have you had one recently?

When I was in college, I worked in a hospital in the department where they did colonoscopies. Forgive the graphics folks, but fact is; the anus is about an inch away from the genitals. Unless there have been some changes in the procedure, there is no hiding the genitals from being exposed to the tech staff during a colonoscopy. Technicians might get freaky if the bits don't match the rest of the persona. Regarding colonoscopies, how might you think leaving the gender question 'blank' on paper keeps ones TG status private?

I had a technician create drama and discomfort for me regarding my gender during another wellness procedure I had in the past. Friends have had similar unpleasant experiences in medical test centers. Because of this, I kinda sorta thought my concern was obvious.

An LGBT-friendly/ trans-aware facility might alleviate some of the awkwardness one might experience, so I was looking to see if anyone might know of such place/s.

I think I have my answers, though, so thanks every one!

DapperButch · 03-23-2014, 12:57 PM

Joe,

Did you see my response? Have you gone to the Mazonni Center for medical care?

I wonder if they could suggest a GI person to do the colonoscopy that is used to working with trans people.

Jet · 03-23-2014, 01:07 PM

What about non-invasive endoscopies...scopes via the "pill Camera.? I worked for the manufacturer here.

Corkey · 03-23-2014, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Joe Mario

Hey, Corkey, let me understand your response:

Do you know about colonoscopy procedures? Have you had one recently?

When I was in college, I worked in a hospital in the department where they did colonoscopies. Forgive the graphics folks, but fact is; the anus is about an inch away from the genitals. Unless there have been some changes in the procedure, there is no hiding the genitals from being exposed to the tech staff during a colonoscopy. Technicians might get freaky if the bits don't match the rest of the persona. Regarding colonoscopies, how might you think leaving the gender question 'blank' on paper keeps ones TG status private?

I had a technician create drama and discomfort for me regarding my gender during another wellness procedure I had in the past. Friends have had similar unpleasant experiences in medical test centers. Because of this, I kinda sorta thought my concern was obvious.

An LGBT-friendly/ trans-aware facility might alleviate some of the awkwardness one might experience, so I was looking to see if anyone might know of such place/s.

I think I have my answers, though, so thanks every one!

I've had 3 since I turned 50. Yep ones genitals are bared to the doctor. On the form in most procedures I leave it blank. It's high time the medical field changes to suit their patients needs not the other way around. If colonoscopies were done robotically I'd have a problem, but they are done by human beings who are (assumed) intelligent enough to know the difference in human beings. The ass isn't as far as I know a genital, so I would propose it has nothing to do with my gender.
In my experience I advise the medical professionals of my gender prior to any procedure and how I am to be addressed. It is up to me to be proactive. Guess what, they pay attention. I have never had an issue with any medical professional being rude or indifferent to me. If I found they were to be, they wouldn't be on my medical team. I, me, the patient have the responsibility of my own being and care. As such I take care of the details.
Your milage may vary.

Jet · 03-23-2014, 03:44 PM

FYI: Non-invasive (capsule) colonoscopy. Don't know insurance guidelines, depending.
http://cdn.intechopen.com/pdfs/21087/InTech-Non_invasive_endoscopy_technique_virtual_colonosco py.pdf

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Jet Timed Out - TOS Drama How Do You Identify?: .. Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: .. Posts: 3,471 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 292 Thanked 2,647 Times in 1,293 Posts Rep Power: 0	What about non-invasive endoscopies...scopes via the "pill Camera.? I worked for the manufacturer here.