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I have a testosterone problem, how concerned should I be ?

I have a testosterone problem, how concerned should I be ?

Question asked by Gerald (53 years old heterosexual man from United States of America, United States of America)

Question answered on September 26, 2010 by

Sorted in Questions, Health

Hi Gerald, Thank you for writing to AlterHeros. You are saying that you have gender dysphoria and that your testosterone level is down. You are questioning if this is a problem. It is difficult to answer your question because we are not specialists in health issues... I feel that only ... Read more.
I want to get therapy to turn straight!

I want to get therapy to turn straight!

Question asked by firoz (26 years old homosexual man from India, India)

Question answered on January 10, 2010 by

Sorted in Acceptance, Homophobia and transphobia, Questions

Hello Firoz thanks for sending in your question There are no therapies that are recognized by world health authorities, which can change your sexual orentiation/indentity. The therapies you have probably read about on the internet or heard of locally may suppress your behavior temporarily or on a longer period of time...but ... Read more.
Will my transition go more quickly with castration?

Will my transition go more quickly with castration?

Question asked by john powell (54 years old heterosexual man from United States of America, United States of America)

Question answered on October 21, 2009 by

Sorted in Questions, Transsexual healthcare, Transition

Dear John, Thank you for your question, I am certain it is one that has been asked by many trans folk. First I would like to address the issue of hormones. Hormone protocols are undertaken by doctors in accordance with agreed upon clinical guidelines such as the WPATH guidelines (World Professional ... Read more.
How long must I live as a woman before I can be administered hormones for my transition?

How long must I live as a woman before I can be administered hormones for my transition?

Question asked by nataliee (18 years old questioning woman from United Kingdom (Great Britain), United Kingdom (Great Britain))

Question answered on October 12, 2009 by

Sorted in Questions, Transition, Transsexuality

Dear Nataliee, Congratulations for embarking on your transition journey. The answers to your questions have been discussed by many professionals over the years. The first widely used guidelines for the treatment of Transsexuals were put forward by Dr. Harry Benjamin, a German endocrinologist during the 60s. These guidelines have now ... Read more.
Does Quebec Health Care cover HIV medication?

Does Quebec Health Care cover HIV medication?

Question asked by ( from Canada, Canada)

Question answered on September 2, 2009 by

Sorted in Questions, AIDS/HIV

Hi there - thanks for your question. Unfortunately I do not have a specific answer for you but I have an idea as to how you may find out. In Quebec, medication fees are covered in two ways: (1) by private insurance that you obtain through work (e.g. up to a certain ... Read more.
I had a traumatic experience with a man. Now I am scared to be Muslim AND gay.

I had a traumatic experience with a man. Now I am scared to be Muslim AND gay.

Question asked by Mazin ( questioning man)

Question answered on July 13, 2009 by

Sorted in Harassment, Questions, Religions

Hi Mazin, Thank you for your well articulated question. It is clear that you have been through traumatic experiences. It seems also clear that you know yourself well and are able to be truthful with yourself and assert your identity and are trying, in an articulate and well thought-out way to ... Read more.
Followup about the crush I have on my old teacher

Followup about the crush I have on my old teacher

Question asked by Prem (23 years old questioning man from India, India)

Question answered on July 13, 2009 by

Sorted in Alienation, Cultures, Questions

Hi Prem, thank you for writing in with some details. It does sound like you are in a lonely place right now. You feel that your best friend does not support you and you feel unable to come out to your family because you fear how the news will make them feel. ... Read more.
How may I transition in Canada?

How may I transition in Canada?

Question asked by Vicky (35 years old man from United States of America, United States of America)

Question answered on May 9, 2009 by

Sorted in Questions, Transition, Transsexuality

Dear Vicky, I am very sympathetic with respect to the fact that the medical costs linked to your transition will probably be very high in the US, making what may be a difficult time in your life even more frustrating. I must let you know, however that although the healthcare system ... Read more.
I feel alienated. How can I meet others in the LGBT community in my country?

I feel alienated. How can I meet others in the LGBT community in my country?

Question asked by An (19 years old homosexual woman from India, India)

Question answered on April 8, 2009 by

Sorted in Family, Questions, Loneliness

Dear An: Thank you for your letter. It is difficult to realize who you are and then to feel that others do not accept you. But it is wonderful that you are so clearly sure of who you are and whom you are attracted to. That is a really big step that ... Read more.
I feel I’ve wronged my parents by being gay

I feel I’ve wronged my parents by being gay

Question asked by Andy (19 years old homosexual woman)

Question answered on March 27, 2009 by

Sorted in Family, Uncomfortable in my skin, Questions

Dear Andy, What is more important to you...to live your life or that of your parents? You are still young and many other issues will invade your mind that will require you to pause and think,What do I want? Am I doing this for myself or to please someone else? Do ... Read more.
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