CM,

JUST MY OPINION,NO SCIENCE TO BACKUP ANYTHING, JUST WORKING IN THE HEALTH CARE FIELD.

When I started I was led to believe that it was there way or no HRT.  Also if I did anything that might change my labs the DR. might see a false reading and might not increase my HRT as needed.  In my opinion if your serious about transitioning do it the DR. way but the final decision is yours.

Good Luck,

Caylee