I've had several surgeries for my gender confirmation

November 15, 2018 | 40m 07s

A transgender male tells his story of starting hormone therapy and surgeries to confirm his identity.

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STORYTELLER ATTRIBUTES

AGE:30 - 39

GENDER:transgender male

EDUCATION:More than a college degree

RACE/ETHNICITY:White

LOCATION (ZIP Code 1st digit):6xxxx

PERSPECTIVE:Patient

STORY TYPE

BODY PART(S):Blood, Heart and Circulation; Brain and Nerves; Skin, Hair and Nails; Female Reproductive System; Male Reproductive System; Mental Health

DISORDER OR CONDITION TYPE:Brain and Nerves; Infections, Injuries and Wounds; Mental Health; Having multiple health conditions at the same time

TOPIC:Experiencing symptoms; Communicating with doctors and nurses; Making decisions about the right health care or treatment for you; Getting health care that is right for your gender identity

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