26-06-2019, 04:23 PM
Hello Vinia.
Welcome to the forum!
In regards to hormones vs. HRT, I think it depends. If you're looking to transition, I think hormones would be your better bet, however, I think it's best to take hormones under a doctor's supervision. PM I think is more suited for those with mild to moderate levels of gender dysphoria. I've spent a fair amount of time on PM. Other members on the forum have experience with taking hormones.
As to what to do, what are your end goals? If you're just looking to test the waters so to speak, I suggest giving PM a chance and go from there. If transitioning is your goal, I recommend working with the medical profession on achieving that goal. Perhaps you can communicate via phone or video conference with the clinic in Berlin for consultation/talk therapy and get the hormones through your local doctor? (I've never lived in Europe so I'm not sure what your treatment options are).
Welcome to the forum!
In regards to hormones vs. HRT, I think it depends. If you're looking to transition, I think hormones would be your better bet, however, I think it's best to take hormones under a doctor's supervision. PM I think is more suited for those with mild to moderate levels of gender dysphoria. I've spent a fair amount of time on PM. Other members on the forum have experience with taking hormones.
As to what to do, what are your end goals? If you're just looking to test the waters so to speak, I suggest giving PM a chance and go from there. If transitioning is your goal, I recommend working with the medical profession on achieving that goal. Perhaps you can communicate via phone or video conference with the clinic in Berlin for consultation/talk therapy and get the hormones through your local doctor? (I've never lived in Europe so I'm not sure what your treatment options are).