So, my endocrinology intake is swiftly approaching, in November. I’m excited and anxious. They would at least start me on testosterone blockers, right? Or is it more waiting?
I know I will still have to shave , until I have laser hair removal, but, will I be able to go longer than 10 hours without feeling stubble?
Will I be able to go more than one day without shaving my body hair without looking at my chest and arms in disgust?
I know YMMV, but I was just hoping things will start getting easier soon, like maintenance.
I’m nearly 2 years on estradiol and spironolactone (the t blocker).
Facial hair - No change in speed of growth, colour, or softness. I had laser hair removal to remove the bulk of it, but some white hairs were missed because the laser can’t kill them unfortunately. I have noticed zero change in my facial hair from HRT.
Body hair - No change in speed of growth (I think), but the colour and softness is waaaaaay better. Most of my body hair is blondish and barely noticeable now whereas before it was dark brown like the hair on my head and face. But bear in mind that even before HRT I had very, very little body hair anyway. A tiny patch in the center of my chest and very sparse forearm and leg hair.
I think your endo will probably start you on estrogen and a testosterone blocker immediately, but I dunno if they do it differently where you live. It will probably take you 3 to 6 months before you notice any difference really, so you have to be patient.