24-05-2021, 09:04 PM
Hi DiDi
Unfortunately i have to agree with your girlfriend, because taking some herbs despite being still risky is undoubtly safer than taking real estrogen without medical supervision. I know it does sound hypocrite since i would probably be like you if i were in the same situation, but for real, i don't think it's the correct way to do that (my opinion).
Pharma hormones (not those weak forms in creams) are very strong substances and it's very easy to overdose or taking it the wrong way. Endocrinologists are there for a reason, they are not idiots, that shit is serious and could really harm you damaging your organs way more than years of herbs overdosing could do.
Even if the medical system is the SLOWEST way to achieve your transition, it is the SAFEST way, remember it.
I am sorry to disappoint you by saying all this, but reconsider everything you achieved in the last year and a half and think about what you gained and learned, not on what you are missing right now. I'm sure there is a lot of good things which have come with your NBE journey and taking this dangerous step could make you lose a lot of it (if not everything).
Take care Larissa, remember this forum will support you regardless of the program.
Unfortunately i have to agree with your girlfriend, because taking some herbs despite being still risky is undoubtly safer than taking real estrogen without medical supervision. I know it does sound hypocrite since i would probably be like you if i were in the same situation, but for real, i don't think it's the correct way to do that (my opinion).
Pharma hormones (not those weak forms in creams) are very strong substances and it's very easy to overdose or taking it the wrong way. Endocrinologists are there for a reason, they are not idiots, that shit is serious and could really harm you damaging your organs way more than years of herbs overdosing could do.
Even if the medical system is the SLOWEST way to achieve your transition, it is the SAFEST way, remember it.
I am sorry to disappoint you by saying all this, but reconsider everything you achieved in the last year and a half and think about what you gained and learned, not on what you are missing right now. I'm sure there is a lot of good things which have come with your NBE journey and taking this dangerous step could make you lose a lot of it (if not everything).
Take care Larissa, remember this forum will support you regardless of the program.