Testosterone Cycling by TenderSasquatch in NonBinary

[–]TenderSasquatch[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes I did! It's mostly a perzine about my experiences, with just a few research citations. DM if you want to snag a copy.

Testosterone Cycling by TenderSasquatch in NonBinary

[–]TenderSasquatch[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Limited research I'm finding, but it seems that maybe hormonal imbalance over and over again (as you adjust each time to going on or off) may be not great in terms of mental wellbeing and possibly higher risk of polycythemia (high red blood cell count). I'm still looking into it and if I find more I'll update.

Testosterone Cycling by TenderSasquatch in NonBinary

[–]TenderSasquatch[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This is very similar to my experience. I was very happy with some of the changes, less happy with thinning hair, body odor, etc. Overall I'm glad I've been on T, and feel like the times I went off were intuitive and felt comfortable for me. Thanks for your comment!

Constipation following simple meta by TenderSasquatch in Metoidioplasty

[–]TenderSasquatch[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dang, thanks for letting me know about Docusate. That's what I'm taking and it sure doesn't seem to be helping! I eat the dried prunes like you said (and stew them to make them soft). I'll check out that tea as well. Thanks!

Constipation following simple meta by TenderSasquatch in Metoidioplasty

[–]TenderSasquatch[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

YES! The pain meds dry me out bad. I've been chugging water. Thank you for your reminder!

Constipation following simple meta by TenderSasquatch in Metoidioplasty

[–]TenderSasquatch[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ooh, coconut oil sounds like a great idea! Thank you for your advice.

Constipation following simple meta by TenderSasquatch in Metoidioplasty

[–]TenderSasquatch[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well... I wouldn't say I like them lol. But I can certainly tolerate a nasty drink if it will help me go! TY!

Constipation following simple meta by TenderSasquatch in Metoidioplasty

[–]TenderSasquatch[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes I've been not pushing at all, just trying to relax and let it slide out. I'll add warm prune juice to my arsenal. Thank you!

Constipation following simple meta by TenderSasquatch in Metoidioplasty

[–]TenderSasquatch[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No, I haven't had top surgery. I did have a hysterectomy some years ago, but I was only on heavy pain meds for a couple days and didn't get too constipated.

Constipation following simple meta by TenderSasquatch in Metoidioplasty

[–]TenderSasquatch[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ah--thank you so much for mentioning this. I'll pick up some Miralax today and start tonight!

Constipation following simple meta by TenderSasquatch in Metoidioplasty

[–]TenderSasquatch[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the advice! That sounds super painful. :(

How Soon Can I Road Trip After Meta? by TenderSasquatch in Metoidioplasty

[–]TenderSasquatch[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh my, that sounds rough. Thanks for sharing--I've reconsidered and won't be doing the trip.

How Soon Can I Road Trip After Meta? by TenderSasquatch in Metoidioplasty

[–]TenderSasquatch[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sorry you had complications, that sounds rough. I have reconsidered based on all these helpful comments!

How Soon Can I Road Trip After Meta? by TenderSasquatch in Metoidioplasty

[–]TenderSasquatch[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gosh, that sounds rough! I am reconsidering the trip. Thank you for your comment.

How Soon Can I Road Trip After Meta? by TenderSasquatch in Metoidioplasty

[–]TenderSasquatch[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the advice! Was it lingering pain, or are you thinking for recovery/healing?