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What happens when you transition from male to female?
In male to female surgery, the testicles and most of the penis are removed and the urethra is cut shorter. Some of the skin is used to fashion a largely functional vagina. A “neoclitoris” that allows sensation can be created from parts of the penis. Men retain their prostates.
Am I transgender If I don’t want surgery?
Some transsexual individuals may identify as transgender, although many primarily identify as the male or female gender to which they have transitioned. People who identify as transgender but who do not seek medical or surgical treatment are not transsexual.
Should I talk to my doctor about transitioning?
Coming out to your family and friends, and explaining that you are transitioning is one thing. However, coming out to your doctor is just as important. Your doctor is your partner in your health journey. As such, it is a good idea to talk to your doctor about your sexual health and your transition.
What kind of doctor helps with transitioning?
Endocrinologists are experts in conditions relating to hormones. In gender transition, this doctor prescribes hormone therapy to influence sex characteristics. Dermatologists provide care for conditions of the skin, hair and nails.
What is the difference between trans men and trans women?
The difference between trans men and trans women is the difference between any men and any women. Trans men tend to wear masculine clothing styles, may wear beards, and often use the pronouns he/him.
What does the Trans movement mean for women?
After all, the trans movement isn’t simply echoing African-Americans, Chicanos, gays or women by demanding an end to the violence and discrimination, and to be treated with a full measure of respect. It’s demanding that women reconceptualize ourselves.
What does a transgender mean?
There’s no such thing as “a transgender.” Transgender is an adjective describing a person, not a noun. A person is transgender, just like a person is tall or short. A transgender man is someone who was assigned female at birth. A transgender woman is someone who was assigned male at birth.
Is gender more than just the physical details of what’s between?
It is certainly more than the physical details of what’s between our legs. History and science suggest that gender is more subtle and more complicated than anatomy. (It’s separate from sexual orientation, too, which determines which sex we’re attracted to.)