Posted by Iansf on November 3, 2005, at 0:41:07
In reply to cyproterone acetate, transgender HRT+mental health, posted by iforgotmypassword on November 2, 2005, at 21:07:50
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> hi, i was just wondering if anyone knows much about cyproterone acetate, and if any specific mental health related problems or fatigue, malaise, or neurological health problems that may be associated it with its use.
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I can't answer your question, but I know there are more recent androgen suppressors. One was recommended to me when I had prostate cancer. Unfortunately I can't recall the name. Perhaps a newer one might have fewer side effects.On the other hand, low testosterone in males is often associated with depression, and when it drops below a certain threshold it's also correlated with low energy. But surely when someone has gender reassignment, the infusion of additional hormones of the opposite gender must compensate. I mean, almost all women have very low testosterone levels, but they're not all depressed and tired. Presumably, higher levels of estrogen are the reason.
Aren't there others who have completed the process you can turn to for advice? I think they would be the best source of information. Or your doctor. For something like gender reassignment, you definitely need a doctor you trust. If he or she is unable, or unwilling, to address your questions about the drugs you're taking, you probably should consider changing doctors if at all possible.
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