The Right To Assume A Gender Role

Every human being has within themselves an idea of who they are and what they are capable of achieving. That identity and capability shall not be limited by a person's physical or genetic sex, nor by what any society may deem as "masculine" or "feminine" behavior. It is fundamental, then, that each individual has the right to assume gender roles congruent with one's self-perceived identity and capabilities, regardless of physical sex, genetic sex, or sex role.
 

The Basis we need to  know...

Hormones are manufactured and controlled by the endocrine system, therefore, an endocrinologist is the best person to consult, if one is not available then a good gynecologist would suffice, as they can be more understanding and are used to prescribing testosterone, estrogens and progesterone.

It is important to have a thorough medical check up before and during Hormone therapy to lessen the inherent risks

Testosterone ( tes-tos'ter-on ) [L. testis , testicle]

A steroid sex hormone that is responsible for the growth and development of masculine characteristics. It directly influences the maturation of male sexual organs, development of sperm within the testes, sexual drive, erectile function of the penis, and male secondary sexual characteristics (facial hair, thickened vocal cords, and pronounced musculature). In addition, it is linked to aggressive and predatory behaviors.

IRREVERSIBLE CHANGES

Deepening of the voice (6 - 12 weeks)

Clitoral elongation of varying degrees, for a small number the size can become sufficient enough for penetration with partner.

Some mild breast atrophy (reduction)

Cessation of menstrual cycle within three months this is said to affect over (90% of recipients)

Increase of facial hair similar to that which occurs in pubertal boys

Male pattern baldness this will usually represent family 'traits' and is quite accurately predictable.

Fat redistribution and change to those areas more prevalent of a male

REVERSIBLE CHANGES

Increased upper body strength

Male pattern fat distribution throughout the body

For the Female to male this is a life long treatment

FtM  Surgery

• Mastectomy

Mastectomy is a surgical removal of the breast tissue but does not mean one receives a masculine shaped chest.

• Hysterectomy (removing of uterus)
• Oophorectomy (removing of ovaries)
• Vaginectomy (removal of the vaginal lining and closing of the vagina)

A hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the reproductive organs, the uterus ovaries and cervix. It is currently felt that the retention of these organs (ovaries) are beneficial to the health of the female TS. It is suggested that the presence of theses organs may afford a low level of estrogen benefiting bone structure as well as cardio vascular health

• Phalloplasty (construction of a penis out of muscle tissue)

FM's seeking this surgery which will produce a phallus that looks realistic through which a urinary void is present which is sexually sensate. (enable orgasm)