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Can I start testosterone at 14?

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Can I start testosterone at 14?

Doctors can prescribe estrogen or testosterone at gradually higher amounts to mimic the puberty of the female or male gender. The Endocrine Society recommends that kids start taking these hormones around age 16, but doctors will start them as early as 13 or 14.

How do I start FTM transition?

Here are the steps involved.

  1. Step 1: Mental Health Evaluation. Many doctors require that you first talk to a psychologist or other mental health professional who specializes in gender issues.
  2. Step 2: Hormone Therapy.
  3. Step 3: Surgery.

Does testosterone make you lose weight FTM?

Overall, you may gain or lose weight once you begin hormone therapy, depending on your diet, lifestyle, genetics and muscle mass. Testosterone will cause a thickening of the vocal chords, which will result in a more male-sounding voice.

What age can you get top surgery?

Though most individuals undergoing top surgery are 18 or older, younger individuals may be considered for the procedure if the patient, their legal guardians, and their mental health professional are in agreement that top surgery is appropriate.

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How is teen gender dysphoria treated?

Initial treatment may include a combination of the following:

  1. Individual psychotherapy.
  2. Psychiatric medication (if indicated, for symptoms of depression, anxiety, or other comorbid disorders)
  3. Family therapy.
  4. Individual or couples therapy for parents.
  5. Peer support groups (for the teen with gender dysphoria)

What do I need to prove to my doctor to start HRT?

Demonstrate that you are capable and willing to undergo HRT. Some doctors may require “proof” that you are comfortable living as a female and that you are able to make the decision to undergo HRT. To do this, you may need to show that you have lived for 12 months as a woman.

Should I start hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?

The decision to start male-to-female hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can be an exciting choice. For many people, hormone treatment is the first step to transitioning physically into a female body.

Should I seek hormone replacement therapy if I am transsexual?

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If you have any doubt at all about your transsexuality do not seek out hormone replacement therapy and contact a therapist to discuss your situation. Many universities offer therapy to the general population on a sliding scale. There is a high cost for those who transition but are not transsexuals and Lynn Conway explains this better than I can.

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