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XXReye · 3rd Aug 2011, 08:56 AM

I am FTM, but I don't want to take testosterone.
I go through times when I want to take birth control in order to stop my period (by just skipping the sugar pills). Not sure if I'd be able to handle admitting my femaleness long enough to get the pills, though.
Here are my questions, since I can't find answers anywhere:
1. I have had top surgery. Is there any chance birth control would make my boobs grow back? If there is even the slightest chance, I'm not interested.
2. What are any dangers of skipping your period in this way? Will it be bad for me long-term?

I'm not sure when/if I will be getting a hystorectomy. It depends mostly on funding.

Thanks if anyone knows the answer to this~

Hot Pink · 3rd Aug 2011, 09:20 AM

Some MTF transsexuals take progesterone--which are birth control pills--to help enhance the effects of estrogen. Given that, I'd say that since you aren't taking any hormones to get rid of your estrogen, it could cause stronger feminine secondary characteristics: more fat to the chest, butt, and thighs.

**Mogget** · 3rd Aug 2011, 11:08 AM

There's no harm in skipping periods. In fact, I've heard it may even be healthier than having a monthly period.

flymetothemoon · 3rd Aug 2011, 11:54 AM

Are there any doctors in your area that you know are very open to the idea of transgendered people who might be willing to help you answer your questions and address your concerns for sure and possibly prescribe the medication if that is what you choose? Also, if they understand why you want to take the medication, they will be able to help you choose the best medication to be able to skip periods safely and consistently, and they may also be able to provide the medication without an exam so it might not be so difficult for you to deal with.

**KaraBulut** · 3rd Aug 2011, 05:36 PM

You should see a physician who works with FTM, especially if you are considering an oophorectomy (removal of the ovaries).

XXReye · 3rd Aug 2011, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by flymetothemoon

Are there any doctors in your area that you know are very open to the idea of transgendered people who might be willing to help you answer your questions and address your concerns for sure and possibly prescribe the medication if that is what you choose? Also, if they understand why you want to take the medication, they will be able to help you choose the best medication to be able to skip periods safely and consistently, and they may also be able to provide the medication without an exam so it might not be so difficult for you to deal with.

There is a public health clinic in my city that should be trans friendly, in theory. But I don't know if they actually are. I was just checking to see if this is a plausible course of action before I go down there and make a fool of myself :P

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Originally Posted by KaraBulut

You should see a physician who works with FTM, especially if you are considering an oophorectomy (removal of the ovaries).

I do have the name of a specialist, however I'm still recovering from top surgery, so I am waiting a bit before looking into bottom surgeries.

3rd Aug 2011, 08:56 AM	#1
XXReye Flighty Full Member Gender: Agender Orientation: Asexual, panromantic Out Status: Out to everyone Location: Ontario Posts: 77 Join Date: Jul 2011	Birth Control and FTMs I am FTM, but I don't want to take testosterone. I go through times when I want to take birth control in order to stop my period (by just skipping the sugar pills). Not sure if I'd be able to handle admitting my femaleness long enough to get the pills, though. Here are my questions, since I can't find answers anywhere: 1. I have had top surgery. Is there any chance birth control would make my boobs grow back? If there is even the slightest chance, I'm not interested. 2. What are any dangers of skipping your period in this way? Will it be bad for me long-term? I'm not sure when/if I will be getting a hystorectomy. It depends mostly on funding. Thanks if anyone knows the answer to this~

3rd Aug 2011, 09:20 AM	#2
Hot Pink EC Addict Full Member Gender: Transsexual: MtF Orientation: Panromantic Lesbian Out Status: Out to everyone Location: Minnesota, USA Age: 27 Posts: 622 Join Date: Apr 2011	Re: Birth Control and FTMs Some MTF transsexuals take progesterone--which are birth control pills--to help enhance the effects of estrogen. Given that, I'd say that since you aren't taking any hormones to get rid of your estrogen, it could cause stronger feminine secondary characteristics: more fat to the chest, butt, and thighs. __________________ Pffffffft...

3rd Aug 2011, 11:08 AM	#3
Mogget Mad and dead as nails EC Advisor Gender: Male Orientation: Kinsey 5 or 6. It varies Out Status: Out to everyone Location: Alaska Age: 22 Posts: 2,026 Join Date: Mar 2010	Re: Birth Control and FTMs There's no harm in skipping periods. In fact, I've heard it may even be healthier than having a monthly period. __________________ "As to what I am, I once was many things but now I am only several." - Mogget in Sabriel by Garth Nix "The world is quiet here." - VFD

3rd Aug 2011, 11:54 AM	#4
flymetothemoon EC Addict Full Member Gender: Female Orientation: It's not about gender, I just like people... Out Status: Out to everyone Location: Albany, NY Age: 25 Posts: 467 Join Date: Nov 2009	Re: Birth Control and FTMs Are there any doctors in your area that you know are very open to the idea of transgendered people who might be willing to help you answer your questions and address your concerns for sure and possibly prescribe the medication if that is what you choose? Also, if they understand why you want to take the medication, they will be able to help you choose the best medication to be able to skip periods safely and consistently, and they may also be able to provide the medication without an exam so it might not be so difficult for you to deal with. __________________ Somehow I can't believe that there are any heights that can't be scaled by a man who knows the secrets of making dreams come true...curiosity, confidence, courage, and constancy. ~ Walt Disney

3rd Aug 2011, 05:36 PM	#5
KaraBulut EC Health Expert EC Expert Gender: Male Location: US Posts: 3,968 Join Date: Mar 2008	Re: Birth Control and FTMs You should see a physician who works with FTM, especially if you are considering an oophorectomy (removal of the ovaries).