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Hormone Review

Broxie — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 22:00:33 +0000

The hospital nurse is also involved in reviewing my hormone regime between appointments with the endocrinologist. The results of a recent blood test showed I had an increased liver function. So I have to wait another 6 weeks and have a retest. Only then will a decision be made as to weather I can have an increased dose of Sandrena (Gel Oestrogen). My Oestrogen levels remain very low and it is frustrating me as it has now been several years and I am no nearer to getting ideal levels in my blood stream.

I am able to increase my Finasteride to 5mg immediately. That should help a little with reducing the rate that my beard regrows. In addition I have a letter asking my GP to prescribe Vaniqa.

The letter also asks my GP to examine the possible causes of my weight gain and bloating.

Restart

Broxie — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 23:56:41 +0000

Now that the stresses of the day are out of the way, it is time to have a nice dose of oestrogen. I am to start using it again at the 3mg dose until I receive news of any changes from the nurse.

Implant

Broxie — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 11:30:14 +0000

This morning I had to visit my GP for my Zoladex Implant. Hopefully this will be the last one as I am due Gender Reassignment Surgery and will no longer require the testosterone blocking treatment.

I said to the GP that the next time he sees me I will be a changed person. His response was that I already was. Aww.

Six Week Countdown

Broxie — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 14:55:58 +0000

I have to come off the Estradiol today in preparation for my Gender Reassignment Surgery (GRS). Hopefully I will not suffer too many side effects or mood swings, as the hormone level in my blood has never reached the target levels yet!

I have been on Sandrena 3.0 mg Gel Estradiol for several months now. I recently had a blood test in order to check the levels in my blood. Next week to review my dosage which I anticipate will be increased. Unfortunately I will not be able to start the increased dosage until after the GRS.