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I think it would be useful to have a list of links to guides from different clinics. There are so many different protocols when it comes to recovery.
Please share your links.
· OHSU Transgender Health Program: Drs. Jens Berli, Blair Peters, and Monica Llado-Farrulla
I just learned you can buy Juven with EBT/SNAP (food stamps). Unfortunately, you'll probably have to go through Amazon or Walmart because I don't think it's carried by regular grocery stores. Maybe Costco?
Juven is a powdered drink that can help support wound healing. It's often recommended by wound care specialists. It's not an essential recovery item and it's expensive, but I thought it was worth trying during my recoveries. I was able to find a deal on eBay for stage one. I noticed it was EBT eligible on Amazon the other day, when I was pricing things out for stage two.
I think we could all use some encouragement. What were some unexpected moments that gave you euphoria?
A few days ago, I was carrying a chair into the other room while wearing joggers (and underwear). I heard a thunk as my dick gently swung into the back of the chair.
I recently found this really helpful video: Putting in Contacts with One Hand/Arm. The author has some other videos that might be of use. I've been practicing the technique in this video for the last few days and it's pretty easy.
I have poor vision and strongly prefer wearing contacts over glasses. I'm getting integra so my (dominant) hand will probably be out of commission for several weeks. I'm planning to wear my glasses for most of the napping-all-day stage of recovery, but I know I'll feel more normal once I can wear contacts again. I also haven't been looking forward to wearing glasses while masking at post-op appointments.
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As I was doing my shot this morning, I started thinking about how long I've been doing this. I've been on T for almost fifteen years (I think my anniversary is in May). That's almost 780 injections.
I see a lot of posts about shot fatigue and anxiety. I thought posting about my experience might be helpful. Others should feel free to post advice or stories, too. (I've only ever done IM.)
I've never had any anxiety about my shots. The nurse who taught me was surprised by my lack of hesitation. I do get annoyed with them every once in a while, though. The excitement wore off a few months in. Most of the time, I do my injection quickly and efficiently, but sometimes I sit there longer than
I'd like to get a laparoscopic hysto in the next year, if possible. Does anyone have recommendations for surgeons or clinics in Portland? I currently have Blue Cross Blue Shields insurance.
Thanks.
Does anyone have recommendations for surgeons in Portland? Preferably someone who takes Blue Cross Blue Shield.
I'm not quite ready for surgery, yet, but I'm starting to look into my options. Thanks.
From their site: "Point of Pride provides new or gently-used chest binders … to any trans person who is in need and cannot afford or safely obtain one."
From their site: "Point of Pride’s Annual Transgender Surgery Fund is a scholarship-like program that provides direct financial assistance to trans folks who cannot afford their gender-affirming surgery."
The Z-Track method is the best way to avoid leakage. It can be a little overwhelming to add something to your injection routine, but it's really simple to do.
This video shows the basic technique. (The video repeats itself after about four minutes so it's not as long as it looks.) I skip a few of these steps and use more of a twisting/pulling method, the way I was taught, but it's essentially the same.
Basically, you want to pull your skin back about an inch before injecting. When you pull the needle out, let go and the hole from the needle will be obstructed, limiting the amount of leakage. This video also shows how to hold the syringe w
I know this has been asked numerous times, but there doesn't seem to be any consensus about whether or not packers are flagged by the scanners.
I'm flying on Friday and Monday for the first time in a couple of years. I usually ask for a pat-down, but was considering just going through the scanner this time. I pack 24/7 with a Sailor packer and I'm not comfortable putting it in my carry-on. I'm stealth and all of my ID matches. I pass 100%.
Has anyone who passes as male gone through the scanner while packing recently? How'd it go? Should I just ask for a pat-down? It's fine, but awkward and my travel companions (family) will have to sit around and wait for me.
Thanks.
I just heard about The Transactive Gender Center in NE Portland. A search shows that it's been mentioned here in the past, though I'd never heard of it before today. I can't vouch for them, personally, but it looks like it could be a good resource for local guys. They have a binder program and other support systems for trans youth and their families.
I recently went to Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU) in Portland, OR for Fraxel laser scar treatment. Here's their info page.
My scars are 10+ years old and have faded quite a bit over the years. But I'm stealth with almost everyone I've met since then, so I'd prefer my scars to be as invisible as possible. I'd like to feel comfortable going to the beach without stress.
My nurse at OHSU was Heather Onaday and she was great. She recommended four treatments (with a possible fifth) and said that I could expect around 50% improvement. I think that was an accurate prediction.
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I called Strohecker's for a refill last week and they're still waiting to hear about when they can start compounding again (probably months away). They do have commercially manufactured T that is ~$90/10mil vial.
My doctor didn't want me to go that route so she did some research and found that Lloyd Center Pharmacy compounds their own T in grape seed oil. They sell 2mil vials. They sent me 5 vials, with supplies, for just over $60.
Does anyone know if this model has been phased out? It's time to replace the one I have and I've been trying to find one (size 1), but everyone seems to be sold out.
Tranzwear.net says that the manufacturer is releasing a new version this month. Does anyone have more info?
Thanks.
EDIT: I found one at Shop FTM, if anyone else is looking.