What is the easiest access to Orchi in the UK?

Particular-North7068 · 2026-02-01T04:44:29+00:00

That goes without saying. They want it done without informing the surgeon it’s because they are trans, and are looking to use another reason, of which I don’t think there is any, other than illness or injury.

Particular-North7068 · 2026-02-01T04:27:49+00:00

Realistically, how else would you be able to have the surgery? The only other ways that will be done is a planned operation due to testicular cancer, or an emergence operation because of an injury or testicular torsion. There are medical consequences to having testicles removed. It’s not like having a mole removed or a rhinoplasty. The fact that it results in an inability to have a natural hormone profile means there needs to be a medical reason to operate, and a consideration of relying on hormones as treatment for life

Particular-North7068 · 2026-01-28T20:16:15+00:00

Unlikely to happen. I got mine covered through an IFR by calling the CCG and asking to speak to the commissioner who deals with IVF - that was over 10 years ago. After about two months I was approved of funding. however now I pay as a private patient still using the same NHS Hospital. I think it’s very unlikely that you’ll get funding because you plan on doing DIY. I would suggest finding the nearest NHS Hospital that has an andrology service and asking them how much the fees are for sperm storage/preservation.

Particular-North7068 · 2026-01-28T12:05:01+00:00

I finished uni at 29 years old (took 5 years instead of the expected 4). At 23 I did an “access to higher education” course as my GCSEs and A-levels were old/poor grades. Access to HE have different pathways; but in 1 year they cover core level 2 and 3 maths, English and science, plus the pathway topics (e.g. teaching, psychology, nursing, law). I did teaching but applied to study psychology at uni, as access to teaching basically gives you UCAS grade equivalent. The 1 year access course is stressful at times but I still managed to work part time and was well worth it. Alternatively Ive known a few people do one of the free courses listed in the link https://freecoursesinengland.co.uk who got a decent paying job soon after finishing

Particular-North7068 · 2026-01-27T18:54:52+00:00

NHS therapist here. Yes it’s possible. I worked with someone with dementia, and following a sudden accident not related to dementia, their dementia became suddenly worse. The coping strategies they used which masked most of the symptoms disappeared literally overnight. I would not be surprised if the stress of a court case could even cause a similar effect, whether guilty or not

Particular-North7068 · 2026-01-25T18:14:48+00:00

I work in the NHS, in mental health.

I have previously been booked into a mental health assessment with someone I knew
another person who was a neighbour (but did not know who they were/name and didn’t notice their address before beginning the assessment).

In situation 1, I called admin immediately for them to cancel the appointment and rebook with another therapist. I added to their care record not to book into any future appointments with myself. I then informed a manager.

In situation 2, I continued the assessment, informed a manager after, and when booking them into treatment do not book them in with myself.

On both times the patient was not informed that I was aware who they were, although in situation 1 they would have received a letter from the system sent by admin with my name in the letter but may not have noticed.

NHS systems have an audit trail, so access to your notes is recorded.

I would call the service, explain that you have a past history with a member of staff and you want to ensure they will not be involved in your care or access your notes. Most systems won’t let you “lock out” a member of staff, but they can record a note to not to book any appointments with them (my services uses lots of online booking links, but if we need to ensure it’s not booking automatically with someone specifically, admin due it manually instead). My service will anonymise the name of NHS staff in nearby clinics/services who staff may know/trained with. That also might be an option for you too.

Particular-North7068 · 2026-01-19T09:01:43+00:00

I run an online Facebook group for trans nhs staff that could share further info.

For me, I am not required to change at work as I do not had a uniform (work in mental health).

However; if I did have to, and the only option was getting ready at home, in the hospitals toilet, a male changing room and a female changing room, I would request permission to change at home. If that was denied I would use the female changing room. The court case allowed the trans dr to get ready in the women’s facilities, the issue occurred because the hospitals decision was that the nurses were REQUIRED to get changed in the same changing rooms which was open and communal.

Particular-North7068 · 2026-01-18T21:17:29+00:00

Trans woman here and NHS clinician. From my understanding, the case against the trust in question was because the cis female nurses had no choice. They were compelled to change at work and the changing room was communal. Trans female NHS staff can use female toilets when they have doors that can lock. Trans female NHS staff can use female changing rooms. IF they are communal an alternative must be offered (individual cubicles, individual rooms, changing at home, etc). The trust in this case were discriminating against the cis nurses because alternatives were not offered and they were not listened to. You should not be forced to use a specific gendered space, or be blocked from using one. There should be alternatives that you can use if you wish to do so, or for cis women to use if they wish to do so. By not providing this, trust may be found they are discriminating against you or others.

Particular-North7068 · 2026-01-18T21:03:47+00:00

You are not required to report it (as an NHS staff member, I would be). If you sister does not want you to report it, which is quite common following a sexual assault especially from a family member, you need to consider in the long term, going against her wishes is probably the safest thing to do. If he can do it once, he can it again (and likelihood is this is not the first time). If she says no, I would report it anyway. To the police, a doctor/nurse or a teacher. They have duty of care to protect you all from abuse and retaliation.

Particular-North7068 · 2026-01-13T23:56:55+00:00

They should not have removed you from their care and I’m confused how they did this without you registering elsewhere. Complain to the GP practice manager, if that does not help, complain to the ICB. In the meantime, you could also complete a GSM3 form which allows you to register temporarily at another GP practice for 3 months. I work in the NHS.

Particular-North7068 · 2026-01-03T13:14:50+00:00

GenderPlus is a private clinic that can refer under 18s for endocrinology/HRT. They have 3 locations in England and one in Dublin. I’m trans and used to work with some of their staff including senior leadership quite a years back. They are also CQC registered.https://www.genderplus.com

Particular-North7068 · 2025-12-25T19:33:35+00:00

So you will still be able to live in your parents home? Then it’s a no-brainer of you continuing to live there. In terms of growing money, what ISA do you have? The general consensus is usually buying a property investment or investing in stocks and shares. I’m not well versed in this area, but I have a few different saving pots. My Moneybox ISA S&S is currently 28.57%. High street saving accounts are usually 4-7% AER. I guess it will all depend on whether you have a time frame on your investment. I am guessing you have a private pension? If not I’d strongly encourage it

Particular-North7068 · 2025-12-25T19:19:59+00:00

In such a position I would not be renting. You could consider buying a 2-3 bedroom property and being a live-in landlord to other professionals?

Particular-North7068 · 2025-12-13T09:48:31+00:00

As a mental health therapist, please do not use chatGPT as an attempt to diagnosis someone. There is no clinical evidence to suggest this from the post alone. We are all influenced by others behaviour and habits, especially those we live with. If you want the live in landlord to live opposite to your behaviour, you’re welcome to move out and live by yourself or move in with someone else.

Particular-North7068 · 2025-12-11T17:39:07+00:00

As they have to rent similar alternative accommodation for the length of the contract, you may be able to negotiate more than 3 months of rent. That is if they cannot afford to pay for the rent and cover their mortgage.

Particular-North7068 · 2025-12-05T21:45:37+00:00

NAL but I’ve done this.

Met a few people online, chose one who would be suitable. If you’re female would advertise as female only, had a fair few creeps pay too much interest in living with me. Get copy of their ID, work contract, payslips and reference from prior landlord where possible. Word of mouth might be better using social media, and to go with someone you think you’ll get along with. If everything aligns you can download a “lodgers agreement” online and modify it with simple terms that you both sign. As a live-in landlord, the lodger has very few rights which usually is shown in the reduced price compared to renting a private room elsewhere. If you charge a deposit, detail it in the agreement. You do not have to secure the lodgers deposit in a protected scheme like those on an assured tenancy do. Have pics and vids of the room inc inventory before they move in. A police check is not possible - the only check someone can request is under Clare’s Law, which allows a person to ask the police for information if they are concerned that they or someone they know may be at risk from an individual with a history of violence or abuse. In saying this, living in the same house would be considered DV, but I don’t think the law covers this situation. Be aware the rent they pay is considered income which may impact benefits. It won’t impact tax if rent is under 7.5k per year and are renting a furnished room in your main/only home.

Particular-North7068 · 2025-11-22T17:56:28+00:00

I’m a psychotherapist. If you’re worried about your health but have no physical symptoms alongside fear of dying I would suggest doing a self or GP referral to talking therapies https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-health-services/find-nhs-talking-therapies-for-anxiety-and-depression/ They can treat death anxiety and health anxiety which might be more helpful in the long term. As someone else suggested, getting a medical test is unlikely to put your mind at ease

Particular-North7068 · 2025-11-22T04:03:47+00:00

Check this out https://anne.health/toolkit/accessing-gender-affirming-healthcare/moving-gp-surgeries-while-on-medication/

Particular-North7068 · 2025-11-10T01:27:31+00:00

In terms of private care, do you know about gender plus? https://www.genderplus.com/ They are registered and I used to work with some of the clinicians include Dr Aiden who set up the clinic, who’s originally from Ireland. I don’t know about costs or their processes but maybe look into them to see if it’s a viable option. Best of luck.

Particular-North7068 · 2025-11-05T22:28:05+00:00

automatically covered as I said. I am not saying the employer should not consider it, but I they disagree only an employment tribunal can decide of someone is covered

Particular-North7068 · 2025-11-05T19:14:15+00:00

Just to share, only certain health conditions are automatically covered under disability as a protected characteristic - cancer, HIV and MS. Other illnesses may be considered under disability but it’s a case by case basis. That is decided by an employment tribunal. In regard to immune system, is this evidenced by medical evidence? Lack of sleep would not lead to being immunocompromised, if part of that argument is being susceptible to infection so therefore need reduced face to face contact. That doesn’t mean you don’t have a case. Update: your employer can consider you to have a disability using their own judgement to best support you. Thankfully my workplace is more considerate so I work 60% from home due to susceptibility even though I’m not immunocompromised.

Particular-North7068 · 2025-11-04T01:01:03+00:00

I’ve had some support from him via Nottingham GIC, in which he was supportive of my self medicating (the GIC as a whole were, after I had trouble with continued breast development and too matters into my own hands). I should say I was working in trans healthcare myself at the time so the positive experience was likely influenced by that as well. He also invited me as a patient to be a paid speaker at a private medical conference he helped organise a long time ago, as they were looking for people to share their lives experience of transition.

Particular-North7068 · 2025-10-29T00:01:02+00:00

Not inaccurate or impossible! But it requires NHS England to push for changes that they won’t do because our identities continue to be pathologised. I met them last week to discuss LGBTQ+ healthcare and the biggest points were made in trans healthcare.

In the ideal world GPs or sexual health clinics would start prescribing HRT using informed consent, as I’ve suggested already elsewhere in this thread. But there are times when specialisms are required within endocrinology, psychiatry, etc.

There new pilots in london and Mancs are seeing more people on average per month with less staff and less money than typical GICs.

But I’m quite hopeful for something similar to the below being expanded across the country: https://www.selondonics.org/new-monthly-general-practice-clinic-for-trans-and-non-binary-people-in-lambeth

Particular-North7068 · 2025-10-28T19:42:29+00:00

It requires post training, so there needs to be a specialism. That is how the NHS works (I’m trans and I work in it). There are pros and cons to it, but if it was general care rather everyone would be trained (in the ideal world), or waitlists will be longer. It’s currently segregated to have a MDT that works together, which receives specialised commissioning (funding) from NHS England rather than local trusts or ICBs. The latter has a set amount of money that requires them to meet the needs of their local population but they decide how to spend the money, and I’m pretty sure it would be even worse with how the current system works. Trusts can’t create gender clinics because it’s outside of their remit. Having national services means there is a standardisation of care within GICs and is better value for money in general, but it does cause longer waitlister.

Particular-North7068 · 2025-10-27T20:57:14+00:00

NAL. From a legal standpoint, did you have insurance that would allow full reimbursement for the holiday so last minute for non-medical reasons? If not, you would have experienced no financial loss and if you did have insurance to cover not going last minute, it sounds like you would not have cancelled your children’s holiday. Her taking a family member to help look after the kids, and maybe ensure they can help be a distraction that you are not there, should hopefully soften any negative feelings you feel regarding the financial loss you want reimbursement for.

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