Decision Made & Going For It!

[EricaAnn (imported)]

Hey Gang,

It's now been 4 days since my procedure and I'm happy to report that I'm doing great! I have no real discomfort or pain and the drainage from the incision has just about stopped altogether. The swelling has also gone down quite a bit in the last day and a half.

I'm continuing to take my antibiotics and I'm applying Neosporen to the incision and changing my gaze pads twice a day to keep the area as clean as possible.

I can't even begin to describe how good it feels to finally be rid of those two ugly testosterone producing things between my legs! So far, I don't feel that much different from when I was chemically castrated, but then again, it's only been a few days.

Thanks for your support and I'll continue to keep you posted on my progress!

I'll also be happy to share with you the HRT options that Dr. Kimmel has given me to consider once I get a little more information from him.

[EricaAnn (imported)]

Hi Everyone,

In my thread I told everyone that I would keep you posted on my progress and so I have the following to share. I would have liked to keep you more up to date, but then the web site disappeared for a while due to the latest hacker attack.

It's now been one day short of 5 weeks since my surgery and I'm happy to report that I'm now, at last, completely healed.

As per Dr. Kimmel's instructions, I removed the 4 sutures that he used to close the incision two weeks after my surgery. Did the job myself, which wasn't too difficult, but a little painful considering the area where they were! I had a little bit of a surprise when I went to remove the sutures. It would appear that the top two stitches had come loose, therefore the incision was still open at the top. I was still getting drainage from the location for over a week when I called the good doctor. He advised me to keep it clean and leave it without bandages, but to use a gaze pad to collect any drainage. It took 2 more weeks but the incision is finally closed and healed.

I don't really feel any

different from when I was chemically castrated, but

I have found, that with the proper stimulation, I can still easily achieve an erection, which I thought was rather strange.

Has anyone else, who has been castrated, experienced the same?

[plix (imported)]

I am so glad to hear that everything seems to be working out for you! I have been surgically castrated for nearly a year, and I too can still get erections with stimulation, although I wouldn't call it easily. I can also get them without stimulation if I am in an intimate situation.

[tugon (imported)]

I am still able to have erections. I have never taken any HRT and

have been surgically castrated for

8 years.

[EricaAnn (imported)]

Hi Gang,

Well, I hit a bit of a pothole on my road to recovery from my recent castration surgery.

This past Saturday I began to notice some irritation on my scrotum. I didn't think too much of it at the time until it got worse on Sunday. I did a little self examine of my scrotum and discovered a rather large lump had formed along the left side of the former incision. This lump also hurt if I squeezed it. This was more than enough to raise some concern on my behalf so I decided to place a call to Dr. Kimmel on Monday morning. To add to my anxiety, on Monday morning, before I could call the good doctor I had a rather large discharge of a brownish red liquid from the former incision. It was more than enough to soak through my underwear and onto the tail of my shirt.

I spoke with Dr. Kimmel on Monday morning and described what was going on. It would appear that I developed a hematoma on my scrotum. He advised me to take a hot sits bath with a tablespoon of salt for the next three nights. This would hopefully help to dissolve the hematoma.

I have been following the doctor's instruction and it appears that it has already shrunk to about half the size it was on Monday morning. I'm going to continue the hot baths for a few more nights and see what happens. Hopefully it will be gone soon! :-\

[EricaAnn (imported)]

Hi Everyone,

It's now been 8

weeks since my surgery and I'm happy to report that

everything is now going well. The hematoma problem I developed has finally resolved itself and my incision has fully and completely healed.

T

o finally be rid of those two

testosterone producing things is a wonderfully experience. I've discovered that "my package" is now small enough that I no longer need to "tuck" myself, which I've found to be a real advantage. Less pressure on the bladder area and therefore a little more storage capacity.

It would also appear that my HRT has become much more effective in the feminization of my body and appearance, even more so than when I was chemically castrated. I have not experienced any form of depression since the surgery, but that might be due to the HRT/estrogen therapy.

I have found that being a eunuch and the resulting low testosterone levels makes coping with certain situations more difficult. One example is that I have a more difficult time dealing with the stress and pressures that I sometimes experience in my job. I don't have that "old aggression" that I once used to vent these feelings and frustrations so I going to have to find another way to handle these matters when they do arise. I find myself much calmer and less aggressive, even in my driving. It is a wonderful feeling and has brought me much closer to the female self that I am.

The wife and I have even discussed finishing the job (SRS) sometime in the future, but we'll wait and see what the future holds for the time being.

So, as I continue on this journey, I'll keep you posted!

[lindaleah (imported)]

Don't always reply as often as I should but thanks for keeping us updated. I really appreciate the info.

Lindaleah

[lindaleah (imported)]

Just had to update this thread. The last few months have been a whirlwind of activity. I have started group therapy and am dressing full time at home. Should be starting HRT soon with wife’s acceptance. My attitude is so much better now. Thanks again to all who contribute here it has probably been the best therapy I've had.

Lindaleah

[EricaAnn (imported)]

Dear Lindaleah,

Congratulations on your recent activities and your decision to proceed and act on your feelings and needs. I know exactly were you're coming from on the attitude matter. When I finally told my spouse, 6 1/2 months ago, it was as if a 100 pound weight had been lifted from my heart and soul. HRT will bring about even further improvements in this area.

I too have started therapy for this GID issue. It took a lot of searching to find someone who really has any experience in this field, but I was successful in my search and saw her for the first time this past Wednesday evening. My spouse and I have our first joint session scheduled for a week from today.

I also have an appointment with an endocrinologist that she recommended to me. I want to discuss my current HRT program with him.....just to make certain I'm on the right track. I have also set up a consultation for electrolysis next week. I feel the time has really come to rid myself of my beard. No more shaving....what a wonderful thought!

I have been dressing at home for a while now, but took a really bold step in my transition last Friday night when I dressed as myself for the first time in public. The spouse and I went to a local gay club that is trans gender friendly. Thank God it was a darkly lite club. LOL! We had an absolutely great time! I even had a guy try to pick me up! I couldn't believe it. What a boost for a Girl's ego.....or poor blind bastard.....whatever applies. LOL!!!!

Going out again tonight in this cute little black separates outfit I picked up earlier this week. Hopefully going to have the same good time!

Stay the course Girl and enjoy your femininity for what may be the first time in your life. It's a wonderful feeling!!!!

[jack6 (imported)]

Why do you care if they notice that something is missing? What is wrong with not having a big bulge down there or even having a smooth look?

Mac!!

You have the sweetest and most lovely picture in eunuch with the both young couple! So nice and cleen - i must say.

It looks very nice!