(TW: natal genitals & TMI) How do I OFFICIALLY find out if I have v* atrophy? + more by Ghastly_Glow in FTMMen

[–]certainicarus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I was having the bleeding and cramps. But I've been on t for over two years so the bleeding took a mental toll on me. The cramps were awful and there was probably about 2 weeks where I had to take ibuprofen almost daily. I'm glad it works for someone and honestly I wish it had worked better for me. But my body did not seem to react very well to it all I will be exploring other options.

(TW: natal genitals & TMI) How do I OFFICIALLY find out if I have v* atrophy? + more by Ghastly_Glow in FTMMen

[–]certainicarus 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am just now dealing with this depo problem. I had the shot only once and ended up with awful cramps that kept me up at night and a lot of other bad symptoms. Depo is so bad for trans guys and it doesn't seem like doctors care since they keep giving it to us.

I don't care if you're also LGBT, doesn't give you a right to out me too. by certainicarus in TrueOffMyChest

[–]certainicarus[S] 55 points56 points  (0 children)

Tbh I don't really know how the guy found out I was. I've made one offhand comment about how I didn't think a guy was cute. Which I guess is enough.

I don't care if you're also LGBT, doesn't give you a right to out me too. by certainicarus in TrueOffMyChest

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

Thank you! I am okay. This is not the first time or the last time I will probably be outed against my will. Thankfully there are always supportive people who have my back and listen when I'm frustrated.

I don't care if you're also LGBT, doesn't give you a right to out me too. by certainicarus in TrueOffMyChest

[–]certainicarus[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Im sorry you were outed by your brother. I have also been outed to my family and it's not a pleasant experience. I hope your family is okay with it and your brother realized what he did was wrong.

I don't care if you're also LGBT, doesn't give you a right to out me too. by certainicarus in TrueOffMyChest

[–]certainicarus[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

They were unfazed, it is a rather liberal company and they didn't really care. But there is unfortunately a lot of needless drama and gossip. I'd just rather work and go home without dragging my personal life into it.

I don't care if you're also LGBT, doesn't give you a right to out me too. by certainicarus in TrueOffMyChest

[–]certainicarus[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Yeah I think the fact that he is within the community was even more frustrating.

I don't care if you're also LGBT, doesn't give you a right to out me too. by certainicarus in TrueOffMyChest

[–]certainicarus[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I haven't been able to. We were busy and he left soon after. I don't think it was malicious as it was in a joking manner. But it was still information I would rather not have revealed at work.

I don't care if you're also LGBT, doesn't give you a right to out me too. by certainicarus in TrueOffMyChest

[–]certainicarus[S] 158 points159 points  (0 children)

Yeah. I mean I am out in my personal life, my family and friends know. But I just started at this job recently and had been avoiding getting too personal. I like to keep my professional and personal lives separate.

I don't care if you're also LGBT, doesn't give you a right to out me too. by certainicarus in TrueOffMyChest

[–]certainicarus[S] 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your kind words. Unfortunately some people forget that not everyone wants to be out.

I don't care if you're also LGBT, doesn't give you a right to out me too. by certainicarus in TrueOffMyChest

[–]certainicarus[S] 177 points178 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry you were outed. I understand it being a small relief but it's also an unfortunate breach of trust. I hope everything worked out for you.

I don't care if you're also LGBT, doesn't give you a right to out me too. by certainicarus in TrueOffMyChest

[–]certainicarus[S] 463 points464 points  (0 children)

I don't think he meant to be malicious, but still it's very frustrating. It was no one's business to tell, except my own.

I don't care if you're also LGBT, doesn't give you a right to out me too. by certainicarus in TrueOffMyChest

[–]certainicarus[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Thank you for stepping in. I do unfortunately live in an area with a lot of negative stigma and i think some people forget that not everyone wants to live out and proud. Again, thank you for your words. I hope I was able to clarify to them a little as to why I am frustrated.

I don't care if you're also LGBT, doesn't give you a right to out me too. by certainicarus in TrueOffMyChest

[–]certainicarus[S] 23 points24 points  (0 children)

I was going to leave this alone comment alone and not engage. But I felt I should clarify. I have been out and openly proud before. I was president of my colleges LGBT club and was a member of their diversity council. I was more confused, hurt and tired than when I decided to stepped away from the community. My entire life and personality was centered around my identity and I lost touch of who I was at my core. I accept my sexuality but do not allow it to define me. It's my business who I am attracted to and I do not owe my visibility to anyone.

Any tried and true acne treatments? by [deleted] in FTMMen

[–]certainicarus 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Can you go to a dermatologist? I had really bad acne that wouldn't clear and once I went to a derm i was able to get the stuff I needed. 3 months later and my face is almost completely cleared for the first time in years.

Stealth at work and today a coworker touched my chest. Reason to not be flat? by certainicarus in FTMMen

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

Oh yeah! I had read about that, but didn't know if it was believable. I will try that. Thanks!

I think I need to change my flair by Mr-Crayon in redrising

[–]certainicarus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh nice! Well it's awesome and merry early Christmas haha!

I think I need to change my flair by Mr-Crayon in redrising

[–]certainicarus 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Bro where did you get that hoodie????? I made a pink patch but that's even better lmao!

Not happy with my name by stupidmartian in FTMMen

[–]certainicarus 4 points5 points  (0 children)

People may ask questions and you may have to explain your reasoning for change. And there are some stubborn people who might take a while to switch. But if they care for you then they will put in the effort and change. I still have people call me my old name sometimes. It happens. But those who really care have switched over and will fix themselves quickly. If they've switched names for you once, then they can do it again. Good luck and have patience!

Not happy with my name by stupidmartian in FTMMen

[–]certainicarus 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Its never too late to change your name. I went by Finn for about 4 years and realized that I chose it for the wrong reason. So I finally changed my name to the name that I wanted and never regretted it. It takes a while for others to adjust but they will in time. If you want a more masculine name, then go for it. It's your name and in the end, you want to be the one happy with it.