Can I undergo surgery to change gender at 23?

It is usually not recommended to get top surgery at 13. One should atleast be 18 years of age to get top surgery. 

Men who are transgenders assigned female at birth still possess uterus, and consequently continue to menstruate as normal. Hormone therapy commonly used in the gender transition brings about a significant decrease or cessation of menstrual bleeding. In order to get personalized advice regarding the management of menstrual health for those going through gender transition, a specialist in transgender medicine or endocrinology needs to be consulted.

Starting the Opill birth control for breast enlargement can be risky. Use of birth control pills for a long time can cause problems such as high chances of blood clots, weight change, and emotional state. The hormone progestin in the pill can affect my levels of hormones. There are also claims that birth control pills made of progestin can affect the production of hormones. Consult your healthcare provider to make a safe decision and avoid risking negative consequences. 

Usually, top surgery is suggested when you are 18 or above the age of 18. But you can get top surgery at 16 if you have your parents approval and after consulting with a qualified doctor. 

Before undergoing mtf or ftm, the doctor may suggest doing some tests. 

Tests for mtf

• Hormone level testing
• Pelvic exam
• Breast exam
• Prostate cancer screening

Tests for ftm

• Hormone level testing
• Pelvic exam
• Breast exam
• Cervical cancer screening

Other than the tests, the healthcare provider may give certain instructions. For example, if you are planning for a hormone therapy, you may be given instructions on how to take the hormone medications and how to monitor for potential side effects etc. And in case of a surgery also, you may be given certain instructions on the diet you need to follow, and which medications you should take or not take, etc.  

It is important to work closely with your healthcare provider and follow all the guidelines and instructions given by him to have a smooth transition journey. 

FMGA surgery DOES NOT allow for biological pregnancy.. 

Transformation goes through various stages that cover the emotional, physical, and social parts of it. Initially, try communicating with a gender counselor to help you out. The gender counselor will be able to provide you with support and guidance that is specific to your journey. Hormone therapy is also needed as part of transitioning to bring the body and the gender one identifies with in accordance. Also, surgery talk with a qualified surgeon may very well be one of the resting centers that you would find of great interest. The point of this is that the transition process is both personal and different to each of us. To begin with, help groups in the community are also a good resource. It is important to first and foremost seek the advice of health professionals before making a decision so that we can assure ourselves of our safety and that we are well-informed.