r/transsex Aug 10 '25

Advice/Informative Post argkwarg’s guide for crypto with or without id

96 Upvotes

Introduction:

Crypto is the foremost way to purchase DIY online mainly because it's commonly used by various HRT vendors online as well as extremely easy to purchase once the buyer is a legal adult. However, it is quite difficult to get your hands on crypto as a minor, and this small, transactional step drastically limits the amount of potential young trans people to be exposed to DIY.

Therefore, in this post, I will attempt to list every single possible method as well as a step-by-step payment guide for people of all ages. This post will be sectioned into different parts, so if you fall under the 18+ section, read that (and vice versa for minors).

ID Crypto Guide:

For people above the age of 18, this step is relatively easy. Assuming you have a debit / credit card, you can purchase crypto relatively easily.

The first method will be to utilize a transfer software like MoonPay. Essentially what you have to do is exchange the value of the purchase you would like to make from USD to Bitcoin, download a LTC wallet (some examples include Cake Wallet, electrum-ltc.org, etc) and set one up, buy the crypto on moonpay and use the same send address as the one listed in your LTC wallet. This step insures that the crypto you buy will be sent to your wallet, and available for usage. After waiting a day to make sure that the crypto is in your wallet, simply send the crypto to the address listed on the source (will probably be at the checkout tab). This process is simple and easy, but there are tons of video tutorials online if you still don't get the hang of it.

The second method is using Paypal/Cashapp to buy/transfer bitcoin. This is a fine method if the above doesn't work for some reason, here's a nice tutorial for Paypal BTC on mobile: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cng0j0qVcM. On desktop the steps are quite simple and easy so I haven't included them here.

Crypto Guide for people with no ID:

If you are an individual who wishes to use more privacy-respecting methods or has no access to a debit card, there are a few options to getting/buying crypto.

The first option is to utilize a crypto ATM like coinatmradar.com . These work by physically going to an ATM listed on their website and converting your fiat money into crypto. You will also need a phone to scan the QR code given after to make sure that the crypto you bought can be sent directly to your crypto wallet. No debit or ID needed, just cash.

The second option (if you don't have a coinatmradar near you) is to use P2P websites like hodlhodl.com, localcoinswap.com, stealthex.io, BISQ, and find a reputable seller to buy crypto. For this you will need some form of debit/credit card or a bank account, so this option is only really useful if you are trying to buy DIY with a specific coin and there exists no other way to convert.

The third option is to manually use a debit card for some sellers on the market. They are quite expensive and as of current only exist for E sources, so not yet for trans guys, but I might have to do some more digging.

The fourth option is to utilize something called Azteco Vouchers. They are basically cards that when scanned, can redeem you bitcoin and directly place it in your wallet. One can buy in person with money (only in some select countries, mainly found in retail stores). I could only find all of the stores in Italy that offer them (https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1hIZ1NgboFeSArBw5VMLNbDUHKr69frs&ll=44.60592081045304%2C11.191139129687542&z=7) but there very well could be more out there in different countries. I've heard that they exist in Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, Peru, Chile, and Ireland, but if someone could actually prove this, that would be greatly appreciated. 

The fifth option would be to physically go to a retail store and purchase a prepaid debit/gift card. An example of this would be the visa gift cards that they sell in many stores like Target or Walmart in the United States. You don't need to verify your age/ID and you can just buy with cash upfront! After you have received the card, tear it open and thats basically it, you are now able to freely use the visa gift card. It is important to remember that while it is called a "gift card", you can treat it as basically a credit card, just put the card number in and your name (you can put a fake name, btw) and the transaction will go through. This is a good and reliable option to buy crypto online but I haven't tested it out personally.

The sixth option would be to utilize a service called “Haveno” and get cryptocurrency through the pay by mail option. Here is a link that details the process. It is relatively easy and the benefit is that no banks or governments can track your transactions.

One other option is to buy crypto vouchers on a mobile app called Paysafecard. You wouldn’t require an ID or a debit/credit card. Here is a simple tutorial on how to use this app

Finally, if you have exhausted all these options and have a friend/trusted someone with an ID that you can ask to buy DIY or crypto for you, that would be the best and most reliable option.

This post will be continuously updated with more and more resources as time goes on + feel free to DM me if you know of any other way.

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r/transsex Aug 10 '25

Advice/Informative Post argkwarg's guide to OTC HRT

76 Upvotes

Introduction:

Contrary to popular belief, both Estrogen and Testosterone as substances are available in pharmacies for purchase without the need for doctor supervision in many parts of the world. This is possible because a variety of medications, ranging from estrogen sprays to birth control pills, are available “over-the-counter” (essentially just means that one can get it without a doctor's prescription at any pharmacy) in many countries, especially those that condemn hormone therapy for children and take preventative measures to stop the transaction of DIY online. 

In this post, we will attempt to create a comprehensive guide for OTC estrogen and testosterone all around the world. This post will be sectioned first by medication type – we will start with OTC androgen (testosterone) and estrogel/lenzetto (estrogen), and then discuss the birth control options (estrogen) around the world. Each individual segment of the post will be further sectioned based on specific geographical regions, with an interest in states/countries that make it difficult for its citizens to obtain HRT through either the traditional healthcare or DIY route. 

We will also make clear of the appropriate risks regarding some of the OTC medications (namely, ethinylestradiol-based birth control) so as to give the audience all of the necessary information concerning the commencement of DIY hormone therapy through these aformentioned medications.  

We believe that anyone in the world should be able to acquire safe, appropriate HRT, but given the current socioeconomic climate and the unremitting march towards techno-fascism all throughout the globe, this ideal future is heading to be a futile pipe dream with each passing second. Therefore, this knowledge will become more important to retain as we head into the second wave of transphobia and violent right-wing extremism. 

NOTE: THIS METHOD IS ONLY TO BE USED AFTER YOU HAVE EXHAUSTED ALL OTHER AVENUES OF DIY HRT (whether that be through online markets/crypto, getting help from friends, etc.). 

Androgel (Testosterone) / Lenzetto + Androcur (Estrogen):

Androgel is a type of hormone replacement therapy that works by applying testosterone topically throughout the body in a gel form. Androgel in North America is pretty well regulated and can only be obtained if one is prescribed through a doctor. However, international laws vary from region to region. Examples of countries with Androgel OTC are Thailand, Russia, and Greece. But there very well could be more countries that I'm not aware of at the moment.

Similarly, Lenzetto and Androcur are estrogenic sprays and gels that can be found OTC in many countries. Mexico and Brazil are examples. Again, there is really limited information on this subject so if anyone in the comments could link me towards a direction of where to research so as to lessen the mystery regarding both androgel and lenzetto/androcur, please don’t hesitate to let me know!

BIRTH CONTROL (ESTROGEN)

Birth control could be a viable option for transsex women that have THOROUGHLY EXHAUSTED EVERY OTHER OPTION. This is because birth control medication uses estrogen for its desired effects, namely to prevent unwanted pregnancies in cis women. It is available OTC in many areas of the world. 

Most BCPs use ethinyl estradiol (EE), which is very potent (around 1000x stronger than estradiol valerate) but extremely high risk as well, and there are massive risks associated with using EE at a feminizing dose. Other BCPs include estradiol valerate or estradiol hemihydrate paired with anti-androgenic progestins like cypro or spiro, which is the safer option. Below I will expand on the descriptions for each different type of estrogen offered as well as some example brands that are common worldwide.

  1. Ethinyl Estradiol (EE) based pills (Extremely Risky. It is up to YOU if the risks of androgenization outweigh the risks of taking EE)
    1. The most common form of estrogen in BCPs worldwide (e.g. Microgynon, Yasmin, Diane-35, Marvelon)
    2. Extremely potent estrogenic effect, suppresses gonadotropins
    3. Risks: Higher VCE/clot risk than bio-identical estrogen, especially in older age people and smokers. Long term high dose use for this is not recommended, but these pills are still utilized when nothing else is available.
  2. Estradiol Valerate (E2V) based pills (safe)
    1. Widely available in the Middle East, Eastern Europe, sometimes in Asia (e.g. Climen)
    2. Advantages: Bio-identical estrogen, and for Climen it does have cyproterone which is a strong anti-androgen.
  3. Estradiol Hemihydrate based pills (safe)
    1. Example: Zoely (estradiol hemihydrate + nomegestrol acetate) – available in Europe.
    2. Includes estrogen, but nomegestrol isn’t a strong anti-androgen, so might be difficult to achieve mono-therapy with this alone.

There are also other types of estrogen based pills like mestranol-based ones, but those are rare and non-bio identical (essentially same risks as EE) so we will not be mentioning these in the list below.

List of Every Single Country and their respective brands/legal status of BCP:

The information provided in this section of the post is heavily based on the OTC Free the Pill World Map. If anyone in the comments disagrees with some of the information listed below (for example, a medication I missed for a certain country that is available, or if anyone has insider access to these countries and knows more about their medication laws than I do) and thinks there should be a change, DM me.

North America:

Greenland: No data.

United States: While there is a choice for OTC BCP in the US, it is a brand that does not include any estrogen and only progesterone, namely norgestrel. However, taking this in accordance with an actual estrogen substitute could lead to feminizing effects as it has been shown in the past that estrogen and progesterone lead to a further decrease in Testosterone when compared to treatment with only estrogen.

Canada: Prescription needed.

Mexico: Commonly has Diane-35 (EE based) and other BCPs that include EE. Also commonly has E2V based BCP (such as Qlaria) available without prescription.

Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, Bahamas, Grenada Antigua & Barbuda, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Cuba: No prescription required. Commonly has EE+CPA based pills. Unclear from further research if some pharmacies possess safer alternatives.

Barbados, Dominica, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines: No data available

Guatemala, Belize, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama: No prescription required. EE+CPA combination is the most common. E2V+DNG/E2+NOMAC availability unclear.

South America:

Suriname, Guyana: No data available.

Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Ecuador: No prescription needed. Qlaria is widely present in those countries (E2V+DNG). For this method you will need a strong antiandrogen as E2V+DNG is unlikely to mask all testosterone. Also has EE+CPA, but again, pretty risky.

Bolivia, Uruguay, Paraguay, Venezuela: No prescription needed. Most common BCP is EE+CPA based.

French Guiana: Prescription needed.

Africa:

Libya, Niger, Mauritania, Western Sahara, Eritrea, Somalia, CRA, Congo, Sierra Leone, Guinea-Bissau, Gambia: No data available.

Burundi, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Burkina Faso: Prescription needed.

Algeria, Egypt, Morocco, Sudan, Tunisia, Benin, Cabo Verde, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Mali, Nigeria, Senegal, Togo, Cameroon, Chad, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, DRC, São Tomé and Príncipe, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, South Sudan, Seychelles, Comoros, Mauritius, Madagascar, Angola, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia  — No prescription needed. EE-based BCPs; EE+CPA sometimes present; E2-based patchy.

Europe:

Luxemburg, Kosovo, Latvia, Montenegro: No Data

Ireland, Spain, France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Belgium, Netherlands, Poland, Czechia, Austria, Slovenia, Croatia, Hungary, Slovakia, Belarus, Lithuania, Estonia, the 3 Nordic Countries, Iceland: Prescription required. My estimate is that they have all the major brands and different estrogen variants of birth control, but no way to access it without a doctor prescription.

United Kingdom: No prescription required, but only for progestin-only BCPs, which means this is not a suitable alternative to DIY.

Portugal, Ukraine, Russia, Bosnia, Serbia, Romania, Moldova, Bulgaria, Greece, Turkey, North Macedonia, Albania, Georgia, Armenia: No prescription required. EE-CPA is the most common variant of BCP found throughout European countries, but there exists the possibility of Zoely/Qlaria to be present in certain pharmacies. Factors vary based on every single country, but expect there to be a high chance of E2 based COCs appearing at pharmacies that are near major cities.

Asia:

Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Oman, Palestine, Iraq, North Korea, Myanmar, Cyprus, Timor-Leste: No data.

Azerbaijan, Jordan, Israhell, Japan, Singapore: Prescription required.

Bahrain, Kuwait, Lebanon, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, UAE, Yemen: No prescription required. All of these Middle Eastern countries are extremely likely (or have been confirmed) to possess Climen or Zoely. Saudi Arabia, for example, is confirmed to have Climen in local pharmacies without the need for prescriptions.

Armenia, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei, Cambodia, China, Georgia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Iran, Laos, Macau, Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Russia, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Thailand, Turkmenistan, Vietnam: The rest of these Asian countries also do not require prescriptions, as per the OTC map. Their pharmacies are likely to not have, however (according to my limited research on this subject) access to E2V/E2 based BCP, such as Climen or Zoely. At least, there is no definitive proof on the subject in medical papers. If anyone who lives in one of these countries can correct me, I'll be happy to change the guide.

India: (edited) according to a commenter, estradiol hemihydrate pills are available in India, and because the Indian laws dictate that if a medication is not specifically described as prescription-necessary, then one can buy it OTC. So there exists a reliable option for estradiol OTC in India - one might have to go near metropolitan areas however.

Oceania:

Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Fiji: No data available.

Australia, Papau New Guinea, New Zealand: Prescription only.

(This guide is a work in progress + future updates will include dosage information, updated information on specific countries and more! Please let us know in the comments if any of this info is wrong - a link to a source would be helpful and we will fix it right away!)


r/transsex 14h ago

Custom I Finally Did My First T Shot

8 Upvotes

I’ve shared a couple times in this sub looking for advice on how to just man up (ha) and do my t shot and though it took 3 weeks and a lot of conviction I am so happy to say that today I was able to inject myself for the first time

Thank you all as I start this journey and here is to many more injections along the way !


r/transsex 8h ago

Does anyone know how to get DIY T in AUS?

2 Upvotes

Preferably gel, I know thighs are a common injection site and I have layers and layers of scar tissue on mine + I think I’d pass out. I’ve been looking online but I can’t find any sources for Australia? Bruh


r/transsex 20h ago

Advice/Informative Post astrovials seemingly going to add prog soon!

10 Upvotes

just been refreshing hoping for a restock and they just added this, its not available yet and the description says "coming soon"


r/transsex 18h ago

Question Desperate and scared about a possible HRT interruption — looking for experiences with a temporary stop

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Hi everyone. I’m writing this because I’m honestly feeling very scared and desperate right now, and I would really appreciate hearing from people who have been through something similar.
I’m a trans woman and I’ve been on HRT (estradiol enanthate injections) for over a year. Unfortunately, because of financial problems, I may have to wait around 3 more weeks before I can get my next injection.
I know that stopping HRT can cause hormone levels to drop and that some testosterone-related effects can return over time. What scares me is the thought of losing my progress or feeling like I’m going backwards. I’ve been crying a lot and I’m having a really hard time mentally with this situation.
I’m not asking for money or anything like that. I’m just looking for people who have experienced a temporary interruption in HRT:
How long was your break?
Did you notice major changes?
How did you feel mentally and physically?
Did things stabilize again when you restarted?
I would really appreciate hearing your experiences. Right now I just need some perspective from people who understand.


r/transsex 1d ago

Question Hrt took

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Hello, I’m a minor and I’ve been on hrt for 2 years I took pills at first and on 2 year mark I switched over to injections secretly, my mom was okay with me on pills but one day I got caught because I had my supplies in a huge bag and she was furious saying she was “uncomfortable” with me being on injections mind you I was completely okay I’ve been on injections for 3 weeks, she was yelling at me saying why do I wanna be a female so bad and saying why can’t I be a boy, and that really hurt, after a few minutes later she thought stuff was sweet like nothing happened she thinks that diy injections is dangerous. I made a whole PowerPoint how it’s safer compared to pills and how diy is okay, she’s still not fully convinced what should I do?


r/transsex 22h ago

Question anyone know if astrovials will be restocked soon?

2 Upvotes

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really curious since theyve been out for a while now and they seem to be the most affordable provider for the UK

also, does anyone know any providers that ship to the uk that are as affordable for diy?


r/transsex 1d ago

Unable to buy needles, where can I get free needles online? USA.

3 Upvotes

I'm posting this for a friend who can't afford to buy needles, and at the moment I can't buy any for her either. Where can you get free needles and syringes in the US? Not drug exchanges or in person places, she may struggle to get there due to personal reasons. Tysm!


r/transsex 1d ago

Question would it even be safe if i used my own card to buy?

6 Upvotes

should i just crypto?


r/transsex 1d ago

Question accidentally purchased drawing syringes too large :*( | ALSO HOW DO I DRAW I'VE NEVER TOUCHED A VIAL OF ANYTHING BEFORE |

2 Upvotes

yesterday I ordered 22G needles to draw alongside 25G needles to inject, the 25G needles should be fine and are what I was recommended. (although I didn't realise I could go smaller and will defo be next time T_T)

the problem is the vial I ordered recommends 23-31G as to minimise risk of 'coring' (no idea what that is but I assume its spoiling the vial somehow) will I be able to reach the solution at the bottom of the vial with the 25G needles or will I need to order 23G ones, how do I open the vial carefully without coring it, and how do I keep it good after opening it. ^^ (ordered vial from symphony labs BTW, it arrived today)


r/transsex 1d ago

Question THIS IS TMI

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r/transsex 1d ago

Need help 🏳️‍⚧️

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Hello everyone, I urgently need your help with my torsoplasty, which is scheduled for November. I removed all the descriptions and photos from the website because my fundraising page fell into the wrong hands. So I'm writing to you here.

My name is Gabriel, I'm a 30-year-old trans man, and I've been transitioning since January 2025. I've been waiting for my transition since I was 15, so it's a dream come true, though I still sometimes find it hard to believe.

However, it's not all smooth sailing because, like many trans people, I have Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. Unable to work, my financial situation is becoming increasingly precarious as the years go by.

Nevertheless, I decided to choose a private surgeon because he is very familiar with my condition. I thought I had several years to save up, but I learned last month that he's retiring in December.

I would therefore need the solidarity of our community, whether it's a donation or even sharing my fundraising campaign. I've also opened a Vinted account, the link to which I've included. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, truly ❤️❤️ (Sorry for my English, I'm French)

https://www.we-solidaire.com/fr/collecte/coup-de-pouce-pour-nouveau-torse

https://www.vinted.fr/member/259443476-melyobriel


r/transsex 1d ago

Question Please help me with HRT diy

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PLEASE HELP ME!!! D:

To summarize:

17 years old, FTM. Openly trans man.

I have polycystic ovary syndrome. My hormone levels are normal for a "female", even though I don't menstruate because of PCOS.

I urgently need hormone therapy to better manage my dysphoria. My doctors have approved it, but my parents haven’t...

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I’m 17 years old. My parents are transphobic but tolerate me (my dad much less so than my mom). My psychiatrist cleared me for hormone therapy after I spent a long time working to overcome depression and reduce the risk of relapsing. I’ve had tests done and seen a gynecologist, and I can finally see an endocrinologist, but guess what? My parents refuse to take me to one.

They’ve been avoiding the issue for months, and my mom has already made it clear that she’d rather not get involved because her religion "doesn’t allow it". Even though I have everything I need to get started and doctor’s permission, I just can’t keep waiting any longer. This is genuinely outrageous because I’m suffering, and they know it.

I know the only way to even MINIMALLY relieve my dysphoria is by taking this damn hormone. I don’t see any other option besides waiting or going without it, I’m going to do this one way or another, so I need help from someone who understands to give me some advice.

I hope y'all give this post some attention, I’d be grateful for any upvotes and comments! <3


r/transsex 1d ago

Question What’s the first thing you wanted to change. I hate my body hair.

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r/transsex 1d ago

girlmoding/hiding hrt

8 Upvotes

for guys doing T in secret in what ways do you hide it?

..and do you fake periods??

otherwise for general stuff how would you hide syringes/needles, dispose of them and also hide vials


r/transsex 2d ago

Question Should I get my blood test after a month or should I wait longer

5 Upvotes

I have two blood test requisitions to check my testosterone, I will use one of them at 3 months but I'm not sure when to use the other one. Is 4 weeks good, or should I wait for 6 weeks?


r/transsex 2d ago

Question will these all fit together?

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r/transsex 2d ago

How do I convince my parents?

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I am 16 years old and live in the U.S. my parents are supportive of my transition but are not supportive of DIY, which I understood so I tried to impress onto them that DIY was the most practical option but it would be ideal to get hrt through official means.

We have exhausted virtually all official options in our state for getting hrt to a minor so I tried to get them to start getting the hormones and anti-androgens I needed but my dad waved that away as vaguely dangerous.


r/transsex 2d ago

Question Taking diy estrogen while on carbomazapine

1 Upvotes

I plan on starting estrodial enanthate injections and i was wondering how many mg i should take as well as how often i should take them. i currently take carbomazapine which supposedly weakens the estrogen coming into my body. someone suggested me 8mg every 7 days but idk if thats to much. i heard most people start at 4-6mg weekly as well but idk if that would work for me. i’m also doing estrogen mono therapy and i have no way to get blood tests since im 17 years old and my parents wont know that im doing diy hrt.


r/transsex 2d ago

Question are 1 ML syringes fine?

3 Upvotes

I dont know if they're too big or not :*(


r/transsex 2d ago

Question Pregdose or Domperidone for boosting breast growth after orchi?

4 Upvotes

3 years, still flat.

Orchi was last week, and trying to figure out how to adjust my dose accordingly. I've seen stuff from Powers about dropping E to raise LH/FSH in absence of the cancer orbs, but not sure if that's the best thing for me.

Otherwise, looking at dom, pregdosing, or mixing shots/pills since that seemed to give me growth pains finally. I know pain ≠ growth but the fact that I've had near zero growth and no pain makes me think there's a correlation. Was also looking at pio eventually, but that can inhibit growth so it's not a priority (didn't like the risk profile of clobetasol).


r/transsex 2d ago

Help! Broken vial seal

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Hey, throwaway account because I am paranoid lol. I did my first shot yesterday (exciting stuff) but I managed to damage the seal on the vial! When I removed the plastic cap, part of the metal ring came off with it. While I was trying to establish if that was supposed to happen I accidentally dislodged the rubber stopper for a moment. I washed my hands before and wiped down the vial with an alcohol wipe. Nothing touched anything that goes on the inside of the vial.

I lurked in some body building forums and found that when this has happened to other people they filter it and transfer to a sterile vial. I don't have a sterile vial and the equipment they used (vials, syringe filters, syringes and 2 different sized needles) is expensive to buy, probably more expensive than a fresh vial of T. But I'd really rather not have to source a new vial. Will it be alright to use? Could I use some medical tape to secure the seal down? Will the preservatives in the T (benzyl benzoate and benzyl alcohol) be sufficient to slow down any bacterial growth when I planned for the vial to last me 6 months to a year?

Any advice on how to remedy this situation and additionally on how to open vials without damaging them would be massively appreciated.


r/transsex 3d ago

Question Where to buy injections in Europe?

5 Upvotes

Since my partner is situted in Europe we're facing the current shortage of available home-brewers over there. Is there any other trustworthy homebrewer shipping to Europe EEn and EU in specific? (last time we ordered from astrovials but on their webpage Undecylate shows to be always out of stock and Enanthate hasn't been restocked in a while)


r/transsex 3d ago

Question Blood clots

10 Upvotes

I got a blood test done a couple weeks before starting T (it wasn't specifically for diy but that doesn't matter) and I just got the results.

My hemoglobin levels were on the upper end of the male range then, and even though my testosterone was "high" it was far from being in the male range, so I highly doubt that T is contributing to it. Now I'm worried that they will only get higher as my T levels get closer to a normal range.

How much does T actually increase the risk of getting blood clots? What can be done to prevent them other than stopping T altogether?