Trans Masculine Blog
Can Testosterone Negatively Affect Your Voice?
While time for changes to take place can differ, the results are often welcomed and even anticipated. But what about the negative effect testosterone can have on your voice?
Benefits of Drain-Free Top Surgery for Trans Man & Non Binary!
With all the top surgery options listed, the main concern for most trans man and non binary individuals is: “Will I have drains after my top surgery?”
Thinking About Phalloplasty? Here is One of the Major Complications to Consider!
If you are planning on undergoing phalloplasty, you most likely have heard that it is one of the most complicated gender affirming procedures on the menu. That’s because it’s easier to resect tissue than to add to it. Here is one major complication to think about prior to phalloplasty.
The 3 Biggest Lies of Starting Masculinizing HRT!
There are many lies out there about starting testosterone ranging from fearing body changes to become an aggressive violent man. Many of them simply are not true. Here are 3 lies exposed.
3 Reasons Why Gender Dysphoria Shifts Throughout the Body.
Ever wonder why you never felt dysphoria toward genitals but suddenly find yourself having it? Here are 3 reasons why dysphoria shifts throughout the body.
Is There a Cancer Risk Associated with Testosterone Therapy for Trans Men?
There is conflicting information on the internet regarding cancer-risk as a result of testosterone therapy. Trans men undergoing testosterone therapy wonder if they should get hysterectomy. Find out what clinical research actually demonstrates.
What are 5 Main Procedures in Facial Masculinization Surgery?
Which procedures are involved in facial masculinization surgery for trans men? And how can they enhance and masculinize your face? Here are a list of most common procedures.
3 Main Facial Masculinization Options Without Undergoing a Major Surgery!
While testosterone helps, some people still want more masculine features. Want to masculinize your face without undergoing major surgery? Here are the facial masculinization options for trans men to consider without going through the major surgery.
6 Main Mastectomy Options for Trans Chest Surgery Including Pros & Cons!
Mastectomy surgery for transgender and nonbinary people is aimed to masculinize the chest. There are a number of surgical techniques available. Here are various options of this procedure to consider.
Hair Removal For Phalloplasty Surgery | What Works?
If you plan to undergo phalloplasty with urethral lengthening (construction of a neourethra), permanent hair removal is a must! Here is a comparison between laser vs electrolysis to see what works best.
11 Tips on How to Choose a Gender Affirming Surgeon!
Choosing a surgeon for gender affirming procedures is one of the most important health decisions you’ll make! But how do you know what questions to ask a potential surgeon? Here is a guide on how to choose.
2 Groups of People Who Feel Not 100% Sure to Start HRT?
When it comes to starting HRT, rarely have I observed people claiming to be 100% sure! That’s normal. Here are two categories people tend to fall into when feeling ambivalent about starting HRT.
Gender Transition Through 5 Stages of Grief and Loss.
Gender transition is an individualized process and each person goes through it differently. The process carries along with it many feelings. Grief and loss, being one of them. This 5 stages explain what you are going through.
What are Reversible and Irreversible Changes when Masculinizing with Testosterone?
Testosterone or T is an essential part of HRT regimen for those seeking to masculinize. Here is a list of things which will and will not change on when taking testosterone to masculinize.
7 Benefits of Metoidioplasty in Trans Men!
Metoidioplasty is one of the two of the bottom surgeries available to trans men (phalloplasty being the second). Here are the main benefits why you may want to consider metoidioplasty.
Best Way to Come Out at Work as a Transgender Person.
Coming out at work is scary. It feels terrifying. It gives you cold feet. Makes you sweat. Over many years as a gender therapist, I have found one method that works the best when coming out at work as a transgender.
The Ultimate Guide to Penile Implants for Trans Men.
Trans men interested in phalloplasty, find themselves wondering which penile implant is right for them. With so much misinformation on the net, it can be hard to choose. Here are pros and cons of each implant and why.
5 Benefits of Transgender Support Group!
Gender transition is challenging. Heck, it is frustrating. Especially when you are dealing with gender dysphoria. Here are benefits of transgender support group.