This mornings endo appointment

[Guest Robin Winter]

I had an appointment with my endocrinologist this morning. It was a bit stressful because there was a medical student or endo trainee of some sort there with her. I always thought they needed my permission before bringing in a third party, but whatever.

Anyway...my levels are still not in the female range...low male though. So my estradiol and spiro have both been upped yet again. I'm really hoping this change does the trick, because she says I'm now at the highest dosage she will typically prescribe. She seemed surprised that she had to go this high for me.

Thankfully though, all my other tests are good, no concerns at all.

Best part was, while she was explaining things to the student, she referred to me as "her" and the student asked my permission to call me by the feminized version of my given name. It's not the name I will choose for myself, but for now it works for me

Today was the first time I've been referred to with proper pronouns by anyone in my hearing (not counting online, of course). It felt GOOOOD.

*Hugs*

[Guest John Chiv]

Shilo,

I am glad things went well and that the increase in dosage will bring the changes you want. Ms. Shy, I can see your smile all the way here

Hugs,

John

[Guest Donna Jean]

Today was the first time I've been referred to with proper pronouns by anyone in my hearing (not counting online, of course). It felt GOOOOD.

*Hugs*

Yeah....that DOES feel good, doesn't it?

I hope that this dosage does the trick!

Huggs

Dee Jay

[Guest Nicole163]

Shilo!

Hey, don't be down about the results (if you are)...Starting out my T level was considered high on the male average range. 6 months in it had barely budged...I too am now on the highest dosage of medications to include Estradiol, Spiro, and Finasteride and am seeing dramatic results. Keep your chin up and don't be discouraged a single bit!

Its always reaffirming to be addressed properly, you know people are seeing you for who you are and that's something we value as individuals...so many people take that for granted. Best of luck going forward from this day though, I'm no fortune teller but I certainly expect to hear nothing but great news. I was posting on facebook earlier I had lost over 40 pounds since starting out in transition (even with putting on weight in 'other' areas lol), when you feel good about who you are, your body responds in the best ways!

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Nikki

[JJ]

Sorry they are having to up the HRT and all-but so happy for you on the name and pronouns. It DOES feel good.

And it's only the beginning too.

Hugs

Johnny

[Guest Robin Winter]

To be honest, it took me a few seconds to realize she was talking about me when she said "her".

[Guest John Chiv]

(((((((((((((Shilo)))))))))))))

[JJ]

Know that feeling. The first time someone directly addressed me as Sir I turned around to see who was behind me.

And I still smile when I hear it and wonder what people think that it does make me smile too.

Johnny

[Guest Robin Winter]

Hugs for my two favorite guys! And Nikki, of course Thanks for the encouraging words.

[Guest Audrey Elizabeth]

I hope this dosage does the trick and I am so happy that your doctor referred to you as her. It is such a good feeling when you start hearing people call you by your true pronoun.

Way to go girl!

Audrey

[Guest Robin Winter]

Thanks Audrey, and you too DeeJay! I missed your post up there, sorry!

Hugs to you both.

[Carolyn Marie]

That's great, Shilo. I wouldn't be too concerned about the results, sometimes it just takes time to get things right. As long as you're making progress, that's what counts.

I know just how you feel about the pronouns. You'll get used to it eventually, but I guarantee you, you'll never get tired of hearing it.

HUGS

Carolyn Marie

[Guest Audrey Elizabeth]

Right back at you sweetie!!!