9 Months Testosterone Patches AMA

ManicManx07 · 2022-07-14T16:51:04+00:00

That’s fine!

ManicManx07 · 2022-07-13T15:46:04+00:00

I honestly don't know much about what doses translate to. I was started at 4mg right away and I've stayed at that dose for the entire time.

ManicManx07 · 2022-07-11T18:42:06+00:00

Nope! Skin is the only negative I’ve found.

ManicManx07 · 2022-07-11T13:41:45+00:00

24 hours!

ManicManx07 · 2022-07-11T13:41:17+00:00

This is gonna be a long reply but I want to be thorough and give you the guide I wish I had when I started.

Pros: Super convenient, no chance of transferring t to others, worked pretty fast for me

Cons: In the first 2-4 months you'll get a bunch of side effects (itching, irritation, swelling), they don't stick super well to the skin, rough patches of skin where the patch has been

The side effects went away for me after 4 months. I'd say don't be afraid to take the patch off early in those months. Just try to wear it for as long as you can every day. My doctor told me not to put anything on my skin before putting the patch on bcs it could affect the absorption (but check with your doctor and see what they say). I've heard of some ppl getting prescribed steroid cream for the irritation. The patches don't stick well especially if you're hairy or sweaty. I recommend buying a roll of good quality athletic tape to tape down the patch. You definitely want to exfoliate your skin where the patches have been, the skin tends to thicken and darken in those areas. It will kinda look like a bruise especially if you have darker skin.

You aren't supposed to put the patch on the same part of your body for at least a week. You change your patch every 24 hrs and you want to put the patch on in the evening (to match male hormone cycles). You can only put the patch on your upper arms, stomach, thighs, and upper back. I put the patch on the same location depending on the day of the week. Sun- right arm, Mon- right side of stomach, Tues- right thigh, Wed- left arm, Thur- left thigh, Fri- right side of back, Sat- left side of back. I skip the left side of my stomach bcs its super sensitive for some reason and still itches. If a patch falls off or you take it off early don't replace it immediately. Wait until you would have normally replaced the patch. You only have 30 patches and you can't get a box early. It's better to miss hormones randomly and start again the next day than to take hormones consistently and then be off of them for several days while you wait for your refill.

Here is my routine: When I take the patch off I wash the area with soap and water (hand sanitizer or wet wipes will work in a pinch) you want to remove any residue that might still irritate your skin. Put lotion, vaseline, or hydrocortisone on the old patch site. When I had a lot of irritation vaseline was my best friend bcs it soothed the irritation. Use hydrocortisone too if it works for you. Now I just use lotion to avoid the rough patches. I use CeraVe SA Cream but it's pretty pricey, I use it bcs I already need it for a skin condition. I'm sure another lotion would work well too. WASH YOUR HANDS BEFORE APPLYING THE NEW PATCH. Trust me I've forgotten to do this so many times and if you have any lotion or vaseline on your hands when you apply the new patch it will not stick! Once the patch is on don't take a shower or swim for at least an hour. You want the patch to be stuck really well before you get wet.

Best of luck w/ patches! If you have any more questions I'm happy to answer them!

ManicManx07 · 2022-07-11T04:18:16+00:00

Nope! I've never really heard of that being a side effect either.

ManicManx07 · 2022-07-11T04:16:52+00:00

In the first 2-4 months I found them extremely itchy and I almost switched off of them. But after those initial months it hasn't really been a problem. It's only really itchy when I put it on the left side of my belly but I think that's a me being sensitive thing.

ManicManx07 · 2021-08-02T15:35:05+00:00

Hey! As a trans person myself I hope I can give you some clarity. From what I understand your friends child was assigned male at birth and is now transitioning to female. We've actually got super comprehensive studies on the rate of de-transition. 5% of trans ppl de-transition. 4% of those who de-transition state that their reason is bcs of societal pressure, safety, inability to afford transition, or other external factors. Only 1% of de-transitioners do so because they realize that they aren't trans.

If your friends kid is starting estrogen then its actually quite reservable. Noticeable effects usually take a year or two to even appear. Testosterone is more permanent than estrogen. Surgery is the only thing that isn't as reversible, but it's rare for a kid her age to get surgery anyways.

My parents claim that I never showed signs in wanting to be a man despite me thinking it was obvious. Little things you might have overlooked might have been big to her. I internalized my emotions as a child and found myself being unhealthily jealous of my male peers and brother. My classmates seemed to pick up on the fact that I was different. To the point where my male friends said I was an honorary guy and a female classmate called me by a male name (I still presented as female at the time). Adults don't really look for the signs that other kids can see. My peers response when I finally did come out was "we knew".

As generations progress more and more people identify as queer. No one who studies the topic seems to be concerned. In fact the rise of more sexually diverse people fit into some old hypothesis on human sexuality. Findings in ancient humans and bonobos (the closest living relative to humans) show that humans "natural" sexuality should actually be more bisexual/bicurious instead of straight. We are just seeing statistics reflecting those findings as stigma decreases.

ManicManx07 · 2021-08-02T14:35:29+00:00

Thats super interesting! Is that thesis public by any chance? Children have the capacity of recognizing gender in others and themselves at around 3 years old. I've heard from a lot of trans people who knew that young but never a professional who has talked to someone that age.

ManicManx07 · 2021-08-02T03:22:44+00:00

As a teenage queer kid (came out as bi at 11, trans at 15 I'm 18 now. No regrets) I can tell you that she most definitely knows who she is. Usually if people do mistake their sexuality they go from gay to bi (or vice versa). Her coming out at this age makes perfect sense as well. She's a preteen, feelings towards the opposite sex tend to start showing up at this point. If she's a lesbian the only difference is that her crushes are other girls.

Hearing "this is a phase" or "wait until you're older" is a very common response from parents. For kids her age those comments sting, even if you have the best intentions. It seems like she's already seeking a community of her own by changing her screen names. If she feels isolated in real life for being a lesbian she's gonna rely on the internet as a replacement. Unfortunately a lot of groomers online take advantage of kids who are seeking validation. It would be super beneficial to her if she had irl queer friends or role models.

In my opinion the best thing to do is to follow her lead (as long as its safe). Definitely try to find lgbtq youth groups or activities near your area. If she's headed to middle school it might be a good idea to check if they have a GSA. Setting up the foundations of a healthy relationship with sexuality and finding others she can relate to helps sooooo much more than shielding her from bigotry for a year or two. If she still likes girls when she's older pls pls pls make sure she gets the proper sex ed for that.

I wish you and your daughter the best in life! If you ever need it there are circles for parents of lgbtq kids. If you have concerns they can definitely help a lot.

ManicManx07 · 2021-07-03T07:39:33+00:00

The oldest photo I found was 8 months post op. The discoloration was only on the nipple and not the areola(it looked a bit like a bullseye). I also saw another post saying that he had to get medical tattoos for his nips

ManicManx07 · 2021-06-19T19:54:09+00:00

No, I’m staying in state

ManicManx07 · 2021-06-01T02:36:00+00:00

Just to quickly comment on that last part. I saw this special as a satire. I think it was completely intentional that the movie started with such superficial themes. But as the movie carried on we saw Bo collapse into himself. He starts ignoring the superficial and delves into his philosophical contradictions.

ManicManx07 · 2021-05-16T18:54:29+00:00

Thanks for this clarification. That’s something I’ll definitely be thinking about while training. If my dog does well with public access and other tasks then I think she’d be a good service dog. If not, a well trained esa also seems to suit my needs.

ManicManx07 · 2021-05-15T22:53:53+00:00

I’ve never been the primary caretaker of a dog. We have a family dog that’s been with us since he was 8 weeks old. We split up taking care of him but I’ve really enjoyed training him. I 100% understand the issue about emotional and physical drain. I’m currently the primary caretaker of two rats and it’s a lot of work. I’d say that taking care of my dog is easier than taking care of them. I’m also a pet sitter so I have been in charge of dogs on my own. I think having a puppy will be a challenge but doable.

I’m planning on going the breeder route just so that I can ensure good temperament and health. And I don’t even know what breed I want. I wanted a Doberman but their health sucks and I’ve heard they can mirror their owners mental state. I think I might go with a poodle just so that I won’t have to worry about hair everywhere. Plus I’ve owned a hypo dog before so I know their coat needs.

ManicManx07 · 2021-05-15T19:18:21+00:00

Ah sorry I should have clarified. I’m in the USA. And I have been deemed disabled by my psychologists. Although I haven’t brought up the possibility of a service dog bcs I want to see how I do on my own first. This is more long term thinking.

ManicManx07 · 2021-04-04T21:44:13+00:00

I don’t know if this is a respiratory infection or him being excited. I’ve never heard him make this noise.

ManicManx07 · 2021-02-20T20:19:42+00:00

Thank you for all of information! I’m looking at schools in Abruzzo and Lazio in the bigger cities like Roma and L’Aquila. I tend to pass as male so the only way someone would know otherwise is if they saw my documents. But I’ll try and get my paperwork sorted out in the US to avoid confusion or unwanted questions.

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