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What to do for your first HRT appointment.


katea

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So in 5 days, I am scheduled for my MTF HRT consult. Is there any advice that those who have gone on before me can offer?

Wear loose clothing? Make sure underwear has no holes? How long did it take for your test results to come back in and the prescription to be written?

 

I thank you for your wisdom. ^_^

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Maybe if you are like me the most important thing is to remember is to relax and take a deep breath.  My doctor's PA was great in explaining all the desired and possibly non desired effects of HRT.  Please make sure you are well informed.  She also showed me how to do a self breast exam.  I had already had a blood test but it does take a day at best to get results.  Best of luck.  Let us know how it goes.

 

Hugs,

 

Charlize

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Katea, you must be very excited. Like many of us, you've probably been waiting for some time to get to this point in your life. I would try to relax as much as possible beforehand - and don't drink coffee :) - so that you can absorb the information AND this very important experience.

 

Best of luck,

Gwen

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Breathe in and out in that pattern!!  Do not vary the pattern, the doctors do not like their patients blue in the face, but the good ones will understand.

 

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Nothin' to it!  It's not much different than any other Dr apt.  Personally I'll never  forget the day I held real estrogen in the palm of my hand and took my first dose.  It was surreal, spiritual, emotional.  Finally after 40 years my body was getting what my heart knew it needed.  Congratulations Katea.  Enjoy this special moment.

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Just relax like others have said it is similar to the other appointments. But different in the fact it is the end of a long wait, but it is the beginning of your journey and a moment you will not want to miss. 

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Hi Katea,

 

I had to provide a letter from my psychologist documenting my gender dysphoria before they would even schedule an appointment with the Endo. They take all the vitals and blood test. I had to sign off on the dangers of and the personal understanding of the effects of HRT. She actually gave me a prescription right away for the Spiro and Estrogen and then called me back in two days with the results of my blood test. The starting dosage was really low and was built up over the first year.

 

I just lost 40 lbs after being on HRT for three years. I walked my little butt off and went back on Weight Watchers,  but it can be done.

 

I wish you the best of luck, I'll never forget that first appointment and am excited to take my hormones every single day.

 

All Good Thoughts to You,

 

Tess :)

 

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The letter I am picking up the letter tomorrow from my therapist. While I had her blessing, I felt I needed  a little time to be fully prepared before going into things. Its a hard thing to have something you want in your reach, but know that you are not quite prepared to take it. So once all the ducks were lined up, I get the letter on a Tuesday and the HRT appointment the very next day..

I am looking to lose some weight and will actually be joining a gym by the end of the week. Though if the weight comes off a bit slower due to my new hormones, I will at least reap the benefits of more regular exercise.

 

I have been able to breath pretty well, but the smile on my face just won't seem to go away though.

 

 

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Katea,

 

So very very happy for you and your new life is about to begin. You have all the reasons in the world to be sporting that beautiful smile!!!

 

Keep us posted!!!

 

Tess

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Slow down kitten!!!  It will all be fine and someday soon you'll look back fondly at this day.

 

Congratulations!

Jani

 

 

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8 hours ago, katea said:

Letter is in hand and emailed to my HRT doctor. Now I'm having to concentrate on breathing. lol

 

 

 

Yaaaay Katea !!!!! Awesome news and I'm so excited for you!!!!! Congratulations!!!

 

Big Hugs,

 

Tess :)

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My doctor was awesome! She was everything I was wanting. We talked and discussed stuff, with her listening to my thoughts and opinions. 

Once blood work comes back in about a week, I'll be on Estrogen, Progesterone, and Testosterone blockers. 

 

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Congratulations Katea.  It seems after we decide we may take a route to HRT that there are many too many barriers.  The frustration of waiting certainly bothered me but at the same time i have found a certain growth and understanding because of all the steps taken.  I am also safer because of the close supervision by my doctors all of whom want me to enjoy the highest quality of life while maintaining safety.

 

Hugs,

 

Charlize

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Thank you! 

Got my test results back today so I just need to check that the pharmacy got the prescriptions and hopefully I can grab them on the way to work tomorrow morning. Otherwise I have to wait a day... :(
 

It was noted that I had very low testosterone for a male of my age; which optimistically translated over to my Doctor thinking that this first two month battery of Spiro is going to get me down to the right level. 

Also on the up side, I learned my blood sugar was in the higher than normal bracket. So while the trip was to take the next step forward in my transition, I also was able to learnthe next steps forward in trying to eat and live better as well. :)

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