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PollyJeanTG -> RE: Saline Injections for tg/ts breasts (9/29/2009 3:56:40 PM)
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MistressFuXyoo: I'm also a MtF TG, and was on very low doses (.625 to 1.25 mg/day) of estrogen (Premarin) for 1 1/2 years. The usual dose for transexuals is about 5 mg./day. So even though I was taking about 1/4 the normal dose, I still have had some breast growth, which is very noticable if I wear a T-shirt or go topless. The breasts usually grow to about a B-cup after 2 years on 5 mg./day of Premarin. Some TGs and TSs use injectable Estradiol, but I don't know the dosage. I also take Provera (10 mg./day for 10 days a month...the normal dose) to mimic the monthly female cycle). Provera is a progesterone that stimulates breast growth and mammary gland formation (in males, that is).
Spironolactone is also used by most TGs and TSs. It's an antiandrogen (slows the production and especially the absorption of testosterone into the blood), and is also used for treating high blood pressure and peripheral edema (water retention, especial around the ankles). I believe the normal dosage is 100 to 200 mg./day. I take 20 to 40 mg./day.
(I take lower doses of Premarin and Spironolactone because I prefer women and don't want to make any permanent changes or become impotent, and have no intention of ever having any surgery.)
I would shy away from any surgery to relocate fatty tissue...my doctors cautioned against it because of the risks (which may apply mainly to me...I'm not sure). I'd also avoid injecting saline solution. Though I don't think it's as risky as fat relocation, there is the risk of infection and of puncturing a blood vessel, not to mention the difficulty of achieving a symmetrical appearance and the need to and risk of repeating the injections.
There is also a creme called estraderm (or something like that) that's applied externally over the breast area, but I don't know of anyone who uses it or how effective it is. It's sold over the counter, so I personally wouldn't go that route.
Whatever you decide to do, I strongly recommend doing it only under the supervision of a physician, specifically a urologist who is knowledgable about transgender issues and has other TG and/or TS patients. Regular blood work is needed because of the risk of damage to the liver, thyroid, pituitary gland, etc. There is also the risk of blood clots (coronary and pulmonary). This is not meant to scare you away...it's just good to know. Most of those problems were the result of taking too much estrogen (in my opinion), and neither I nor any one I know has had any problems.
In addition to all this, everyone's hormonal levels are different, and these "meds" affect different people differently. If you're sure you want breast growth (which is permanent even if you stop taking hormones), I advise you to seek out a good urologist.
Hope this helps.
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