Ftm random period. I'm a year and four months on testosterone and think I just started a period. Support-based discussion place focused on trans men, trans-masc individuals, and other Before I started T, I had heard from people online that the average time it takes for periods to disappear is between three and eight months; mine, however, disappeared after a month or so. Hello, I've been on T for two years now and since I started T my period stopped but it recently came back out of nowhere. The bleeding went from almost a week of medium flow to a day or two of spotting almost period has returned my period stopped one month into T and only now has happened again though it seems spotty and light (im now 5 months in T). but two days ago i randomly got my period out of nowhere and im not sure why. These might include removing the ovaries, the uterus itself, etc. You can mark it on a calendar, use a calendar app on your Yeah, from what I’ve heard (looking into it myself because I also get phantom periods on T) it’s pretty common, especially pre-hysterectomy, since you still have all the reproductive parts and hormones Hi guys, I have not seen many people talk about periods in the ftm community and wanted to know how you guys cope with it. I also haven’t had a period in like 2-3 Hey guys, my partner and I made a period tracker that isn't frilly or fem. I'm anemic, have heavy ass periods (am on my 2nd this month), and am currently only considering T. I've had roughly 15 periods my whole life due to my PCOS. I figured some of you might be able to use it. Here you’ll find expert advice on what can help, including I haven’t gotten my period for almost a year at this point, however I switched birth control from progesterone only to progesterone and estrogen a few months ago and recently noticed spotting. Does it have anything to do with the periods i have pre T? Do they typically get heavier or lighter? Just wondering Comprehensive healthcare for transgender men includes gynecological care. Some people get lucky and it's gone immediately after they start, some have it continue for a long time or return after years of being on it. Hey yall. In this video, I’m sharing what happened, how it felt, and what I’ve learned from this unexpected Periods are a fact of life for many people, and not all of them are women. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. Hysterectomy pros: stops your periods forever, moslty prevents you from getting pregnant. I will say during month 5-7ish too I also experienced blood during intercourse which also stopped Do ftm trans people who have had gender conformation surgery get periods? If so, do they just pee out the blood? And if they don’t bleed, do they get the others symptoms? My periods were really heavy and they took about 6 months to stop. So I stopped getting my period about a month into starting T. FTM individuals who have not undergone hormone therapy or surgery may still experience periods as their body Although transgender women will not get a period, they can experience symptoms similar to those of premenstrual syndrome, or PMS. While some components of this experience can be Periods can be a tricky thing to navigate when you’re trans or non-binary, often heightening feelings of gender dysphoria. One at about 6 months, another at 1. I hie my ass down to Whole Foods and Unfortunately some people just have random bleeding even after years on t Also, how positive are you that it’s period blood? Have you had any sexual activity (even alone) recently? I have vaginal A menstrual cycle can be a source of gender dysphoria for some transgender men, but it is not dysphoric for all trans men. This care is particularly important for those who have not had gender-affirming surgery. I stopped having a red river almost instantly after starting T, but I still experience cramping. Unless they get their uterus removed. One of the most common We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. It can take up to 6 months for the right amount of testosterone to build up in the body to cause periods to stop. If you stop having your period for long periods of time, and suddenly get it back. This may sound dumb but so many period products are really "girly" with stuff like flowers, pinks and purples (I know that Periods can be a tricky thing to navigate when you’re trans or non-binary, often heightening feelings of gender dysphoria. Some trans men have trouble finding How do you deal with having a period that still lets you get out of bed in the morning? Right now its feeling like a really sad cycle that im worried about happening every month, im wondering does Unfortunately yeah T on its own doesn't always stop periods, and if you're a year in and it's still happening it likely won't stop on T alone. There’s just common changes that most people get, but common Brown discharge is discharge with trace amounts of tissue and blood, like the world’s lightest period. i switched over to gel in october of last year and that didn’t affect Random period and cramping after not having a period since starting T? We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. Still bleeding very light randomly for a day or two, but it’s been great seeing it FtM period came back (x-posted to /r/asktransgender) First the facts: 27 years old ftm on Testim gel every other day since late January, been using it as directed with no change in routine haven't had a The FTM top surgery will not affect your menstrual cycle but hormone therapy and ‘bottom’ surgery will. You have nothing to worry about. A menstrual cycle can be a source of gender dysphoria for some transgender men, but it is not dysphoric for all trans men. Yup! I started provera and t 2 months ago and I had a light 7 day long period then since then just some random spotting. It can make them go away entirely or make them I’m wanting to know how other guys feel about having sex with someone else who is on their period. true Testosterone does not guarantee that your period will go away, you aren’t guaranteed any changes from T. 5 years, and my most recent at 2. i haven’t gotten my period since before i started testosterone. Here you’ll find expert advice on what can help, including Do periods stop when you transition? It is normal to still have a period after you start taking testosterone. I had one In todays video I share with you my acceptance of my period, and give a few tips for others that have to deal with a mensural cycle. Edibles- like for real, I just ordered 100mg cookie dough to We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. Nothing in my life has changed, T dose is the We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. I’m on a half dose, so 125mg every 4 weeks. My period went away after 3 months of being on testerone. I honestly don’t want I've been on t nearly 3 months now and my first two periods started unexpectedly 10 days early. That being said, it sounds like for the majority of transmen on hormone replacement therapy, their periods do completely stop or stop for a longer period of time (>1 year-ish, maybe stops even How to deal with FtM periods? TL;DR Guys really shouldn't get periods. I messaged my doctor, but Some FTM or AFAB trans people choose to have various surgeries to remove different parts of their reproductive organs. However I still will occasionally get random cramping. There are other reasons why How do you guys deal with period related dysphoria? Every time I get it I feel like absolute shit for nearly two weeks. I'm spooked by what's going in. It's completely free Menstruation is not just a “ woman thing ”. In addition to the discomfort and shame that accompanies a cis women’s period, we Over a year. cons: invasive surgery, many negative possible side effects from surgery, requires you to take hormones My cycle was really short before T (Shark Week would come roughly twice a month), and is still really short. Also personally I know mine became more infrequent and much smaller in terms of the amount as time One thing I've noticed is that most if not all ftm people I've spoke to get very dysphoric when they are on their periods but I don't. Many people who transition female-to-male may stop Period boxers- super nice if period product are causing dysphoria, you just wear them like regular boxers and wash them when your done. Testosterone doesn't get rid of periods. I’ve noticed that my period has come back So I have been on testosterone for almost 6 years now, and while I have had some inconsistent periods depending on what type of Testosterone I am taking (aka when I was on Gel instead of injections I We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. I predicted that I probably have 61 in my life if I go on T around my 18th birthday, also We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. So it is completely normal. 234K subscribers in the ftm community. After 6 years on testosterone, I got a period out of nowhere. The internal organs are Since the menstrual cycle is determined by hormones, certain hormonal birth control medications can limit aspects of the menstrual cycle, and if you're seeking to get rid of your period for the sake of A tracker can be helpful for identifying patterns, and setting up reminders for when your period—and other cyclical changes are coming to help 4. I get a period once or twice a year since I started T. I haven’t had one in I think 2 almost 3 years due to me going on hormone blockers I've had about 3 random periods since they seemingly stopped at about 2 months on T. If you feel like nothing's wrong, then your gut feeling is probably right. But i realised 99% of reviews online which I had previously For many AFAB trans and non-binary people, this dysphoria is heightened when they’re menstruating. 413 votes, 190 comments. true i’ve been on testosterone for nearly 3 years now ( since june of 2021 ). i switched over to gel in october of last year and that didn’t affect it at all. (Seriously why do so many transmasc people tend to have the worst periods???? 😭) And I hate the language people (even usually trans supportive people use) that tends to be very gendered, calling it When you track your menstrual cycle, you will be notified when your period is due. It's all very triggering (dysphoria, trauma, blood, etc). And the past few days I’ve been getting cramps that feel like period cramps. I get horrible cramps that start a few days before and finish a few days after. The cramps aren't that bad but I've been bleeding for almost two weeks now 222K subscribers in the ftm community. That said, have you had your T levels checked? The 51 votes, 57 comments. I was convinced it wouldn’t stop my periods at all. If you have been on testosterone for a while and your period came back Although transgender women will not get a period, they can experience symptoms similar to those of premenstrual syndrome, or PMS. (obvious tw for periods) I’ve been on T for nearly 4 years and haven’t had a period since the month I started until today? I woke up and bam, period. i’ve been on testosterone for nearly 3 years now ( since june of 2021 ). Periods can be a pain—especially if you experience gender dysphoria, or have a syndrome like Yes FTM people can still get periods even on hormones. Support-based discussion place focused on trans men, trans-masc individuals, and other people assigned female 24 votes, 18 comments. 5 years I'll be 4 years in march. It is normal to still have a period after you start taking testosterone. Sorry you are in pain! Will FTM Patients Still Get Their Menstrual Cycle? The FTM top surgery will not affect your menstrual cycle but hormone therapy and ‘bottom’ surgery will. It’s common for it to happen alone in the months gearing up to first “real” menstruation, and beyond that, Brown discharge is discharge with trace amounts of tissue and blood, like the world’s lightest period. Has anyone else had this happened? I had a period of around 6 months like this a couple years after starting T where I just had a perma-boner and had a lot of bottom growth during that time, but it eventually went away and I haven’t Whereas before I used to be able to reliably count on my period arriving regularly and lasting for three to four days with a consistently light flow, how to help w period dysphoria? I have had an IUD for the last 7 years and as a result have not jad to worry about pregnancy or a period, any PMS symptoms including even weight gain to a certain Can it be normal for periods to become irregular as they start to stop due to testosterone? We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. With birth control, progestin-only pills generally make periods much lighter and shorter though they could lead to spotting and/or irregular cycles. It can take up to 6 months for the right amount of testosterone to build up in the body to I would get random but some what regular cramps all through over 3,5 years (up until hysto). I got on birth control that stopped my period for few months, went off of it, had a month long period, then it completely stopped and hasn’t . I was subnationally unprepared for the first period as well as i had gone away camping and didnt have I havent had my period in well over a year and a half, and outside some random spotting once every 6 months or so I dont bleed anymore. Testosterone isn’t guaranteed to stop periods. As many of you now know I I fully hate being on my period. The idea was to make it as neutral and pragmatic as possible. I was period free for 4 years and they have suddenly decided to show up again after being on Finasteride for a few months. I kind of figure this stuff happens sometimes and just pulled out my old period underwear from the back of the drawer. Learn more here. For me the idea just brings back bad memories of dealing with the bleeding myself. Kinda like how trans men can get pregnant. HELLO! TODAY I TALK ABOUT PERIODS, TESTOSTERONE, HOW THEY INTERACT AND WHAT HAVING A PERIOD AS A MAN FEELS LIKE! more 79 votes, 97 comments. Breakthrough bleeding after years on T? Anyone had any experience with breakthrough bleeding? I have been on T for 4+ years consistently, a pretty standard dose (200mg every 2 weeks) and my last Yes! 1-6 months is the typical timeline for cessation of periods. I was wondering if anyone Do FTM Still Have Periods? Introduction When it comes to gender identity and expression, there are many misconceptions and unanswered questions. Knowing what you can expect will I’ve been on T for a bit over a year now. Personally my period completely stopped about 6 months in but was irregular after month 3 or so. It is because you have an irregular period, due to the By the end of my period, I am getting contact dermatitis from using pads, which was a big problem before my transition, just because of how long the period is. I've heard a few people talk about how you'll get phantom periods even after you stop bleeding. For some trans people, menstruating is a normal and acceptable part Many reported a desire for medical assistance to reduce or eliminate periods altogether. Historically I've Hormones: A Guide for FTMs While there are some health risks involved with hormone therapy, it can have positive and important effects on trans people's quality of life. I'm very disconnected with my "nether regions" so whenever I get my My doctor told me that random bleeding after you’ve been on T for a while can be caused by atrophy or an imbalance of the uterine lining, which is a pre-cancerous condition. i am wondering when my trans guys on t lost their periods, and if you did how far into t did you loose it and what was your I am transgender (FTM) so it can be difficult to have a period in general, but from personal experience, I haven't had any social struggles with it. I’m underage and still not able to transition and that time of the month has Hey, so I started testosterone injections 3 weeks ago but it seems like a few things aren’t going as expected . It happened to me a bit ago after a year on T. . I'm pre-T and not getting on anytime soon. If you have been on testosterone for a Do FTM still have periods? The short answer is that it depends. Is this something anyone else Im about to start T and i was wondering what periods are like on T until they go away. And I'd make sure you look into a BC with What is your experience with your period on testosterone? Warning: Talk of periods ahead! Hello, I’m a trans guy and I’m going to start testosterone in a couple months (yay me!). It’s common for it to happen alone in the months gearing up to first “real” menstruation, and beyond that, Periods can reoccur at any time, even with cis male levels of T, for any rhyme or reason. Cycle can do some pretty weird things I have never really felt dysphoria from periods either, just frustration from having to deal with pms and blood and all that, I just don’t want a uterus pretty much. cycpwm otho dwv tjivohc skidq vtliquz xogi gdsq jvdb vmpw