Trans Guy Problems: Taking Testosterone

[@cambeckett]

youre the one trans guy i can watch without getting really sad. im 16 and a trans guy so when i see trans guys i get hella jealous but when i see you i just get really happy

[@CK-ns5uu]

gia w I feel ya...

[@theowigmore9882]

Same

[@scottbenson1961]

Lifetime customer loyalty to Big Pharma and the Medical Industry come at a huge cost and you know it. Taking “T” causes cancer, heart failure, organ and connective tissue calcification and early morbidly in patients with XY chromosomes.

[@imkesanders9462]

"oh, it's not attached" *sad violin* story of my life XD

[@pmbluemoon]

imke sanders Mine turned out to be cat hair the first time I thought it was a beard hair 😸

[@imkesanders9462]

Chris Moon haha! mine is usually dog hair XD idk why I even expect beard hairs because I'm not on testosterone yet -///~///-

[@leighmaxwell3642]

THat part fucking killed me xD I'm in that phase now with chest hair, like OOH oh no it's just cat hair...

[@pmbluemoon]

imke sanders I actually had beard hair before I started T too, like two really long ones, my friend started calling me a catfish for a while haha😄

[@imkesanders9462]

Chris Moon XD best nickname ever!

[@laurenwilliams399]

imagine somebody who isn't educated in this field, or didn't know you are trans😂💕 "oh what's that on the floor?" "oh sorry that's just my testosterone"😂💜

[@thewhy7403]

What, did it just DECIDE to exit from your body?! Do you need help?!

[@artiesaurusrex7170]

my voice is in full puberty mode. it breaks constantly and I can't sing the way I used to anymore. I love it though, it's finally getting deeper and slowly my beard is growing in.

[@SirChubbyBunny]

Ah, second puberty voice is just a blast. To me, I still sound like I'm 16, which sucks since I don't have a lot of facial hair, so I barely pass as an adult and I'm 23.

[@haydenzeis2720]

EbbysaurusRex my voice breaks constantly and I'm not even on T so there's not gonna me much change there haha

[@lastcrazyhorn]

@@SirChubbyBunny I don’t pass as an adult now and I’m almost 39. I’m pre-t

[@Gambeli02]

Best changes: facial hair and voice drop. Some upper body build, but, I'm a runner, so it's like trying to put muscles on a gazelle. Worst change: my hair is thinning. I've been doing shots every 2 weeks for coming up 5 years.

[@seanhaggerty5600]

I haven't started T yet, but my family on both sides, all the men are bald. Have you tried using something like Rogaine by chance? Or has anyone? I really don't want to lose my hair. :(

[@ParallaxView111]

What did it do for your sex drive?

[@ckinch]

What do you think of cis men who absolutely hate having facial hair and want it gone at all costs, but people force them to have it or else somehow- they aren't a man (that they must be gay, not a real man, or a trans woman).

[@jacecook9973]

I just started T today !!

[@user-io4ps9bi9y]

Jace Cook congrats!

[@boredtodeath1133]

Jace Cook congrats dude!

[@SuperKingNerd]

Congrats man!

[@ssilverwolf7887]

Jace Cook congratulations!!

[@SirChubbyBunny]

Congrats, Jace!

[@samuelhedley9862]

The 'just got into bed and I forgot my gel' struggle is SO REAL. My main other problem is that moment when you tear the sachet in JUST the wrong way so that you can't get it to open any further and then you have to go get scissors instead (which you shOULD know to keep by the sachets now, but for some reason still don't...)

[@augustw.7635]

Coming out to my boss today. Kinda nervous about it.... But, on the brighter side, I'm looking into getting my first binder! :D

[@Arkturium]

August W. gc2b is really good, just make sure to measure yourself correctly. I've found them super reliable and very comfy.

[@balletlilah3878]

Good luck!!!

[@noahstitchbarron784]

August W. I came out to my sister today

[@rubyxsapphire5111]

hope it goes/went well! i agree with arkturium, gc2b is great!

[@Jammidodger]

Hope it goes/went well!

[@ftmunicorn98]

I started testosterone today! Your yearly comparisons really inspired me to take a lot of pictures pre-t in order to hopefully make a video half as good as yours was haha

[@rubyxsapphire5111]

Sky Heffernan congrats!!

[@SirChubbyBunny]

Congrats on starting T, Sky! :D

[@Jammidodger]

Congrats on starting T! Hope it goes well and good luck with the comparison, I'm sure your video will be awesome :)

[@glamrockbard]

Sky Heffernan yay!! congrats dude!

[@ftmunicorn98]

Thank you!

[@HmmmmmLemmeThinkNo]

That last skit is such a mood lmao. When I was starting T, they told me to put the gel on one arm, and switch arms every day. But it took both upper arms and even then, it took an hour to dry (the humidity is usually around 10% here). Within two months I was done and switched to injections. Also, my voice started cracking in about three weeks. And I worked at a place that uses custom voice to text, so whenever my programme would get words wrong, I'd know my voice was doing weird shit xD I'm glad my hairline changed. Like. It's such an unexpected relief. It makes me sooo happy. But now I'm scared it's still going and uh. I love my hair.

[@fairfolksystem3937]

I have super high natural levels of T, so my voice dropped very quick, and other changes happened quickly as well. I do weekly injections at home. I have had some issues, but nothing major, and most of the time my shot isn't a big deal. My least favorite change is body odor. I did get more acne, but my doctor gave me something for it, and since then it's been good. Oh! and I get overheated quicker now than before. The doctor said it's because T makes your blood thicker. So I had hot flashes a lot when I first started, and now I just overheat more easily. But there's been so many good changes as well. I generally feel more comfortable in my skin, and I have less anxiety about meeting new people, because I rarely have to worry about getting misgendered now.

[@SuperKingNerd]

From what I was told, the heat flashes were mainly due to you basically going through menopause since your entire body is changing. Other guys have told me that the overheating does eventually ease, which is great, but god it's so annoying. LOL.

[@char9760]

The Tourmaline System A

[@theguy2841]

I also have naturally a lot of T in my body and after holidays I have to go to the endocrinologist to check that. But althoigh Im not additionally taking t my voice is deeper than what Ive ever seen with girls so far and also my bodyshape is quite masculine

[@mateodeviaje1201]

Awesome!! I have a high level of testosterone as well,happy to hear my voice is going to change faster, maybe *I hope so* I really really want to start but I have to wait :(

[@olivertwisted5542]

I'm on Depo Testosterone, its injected into the middle of the outside side of your thigh & doesn't hurt that much. You can do it every week or every two weeks (I do it every two weeks). Also you can use a much smaller gauge needle. I recommend it to anyone who prefers shots but not the extremely painful kind in your bum(:

[@aristide1013]

thanks dude

[@olivertwisted5542]

Evan Christopher Kaplan Of course! Glad I helped!(:

[@olivertwisted5542]

James Brighouse well did you choose a smaller gauge needle? You can use 18 gauge or 22 gauge(: But yes, everyone is different(:

[@olivertwisted5542]

James Brighouse well next time I recommend asking what gauge needle they're using & if its possible to use a smaller gauge. A big gauge needle is going to be really painful & on the other side, if they're using a gauge that's really, really small the T might be too thick for it & that could cause a lot of pain too. I've also found it helpful to use a slightly bigger gauge needle to draw the T into the syringe & then switch to a slightly smaller gauge needle for the injection. Also make sure they're pulling the skin taunt over the injection site, that helps prevent the T migrating from the muscle upp into the skin & flesh, which is usually the cause of extreme pain right after injection. I'm always more comfortable when I know all the details(:

[@olivertwisted5542]

James Brighouse well next time I recommend asking what gauge needle they're using & if its possible to use a smaller gauge. A bigger gauge needle is going to be really painful & on the other side, if they're using a gauge that's really, really small the T might be too thick for it & that could cause a lot of pain too. I've found it helpful to use a slightly bigger gauge needle to draw the T into the syringe & then switch to a slightly smaller gauge needle for the injection. Also make sure they're pulling the skin taunt over the injection site, that helps prevent the T migrating from the muscle upp into the skin & flesh, which is usually the cause of extreme pain right after injection. I'm always more comfortable when I know all the details(:

[@rubyxsapphire5111]

i have an appointment to meet an endocrinologist on april 7th and i'm so excited its just to meet, but still!!

[@SirChubbyBunny]

Good luck with your appointment :)

[@rubyxsapphire5111]

SirChubbyBunny thanks!!!

[@Jammidodger]

Hope your appointment goes well! :)

[@tylerchampion6187]

Ruby x Sapphire I've got one in June!!! Good luck to you!!!!

[@lawrencemcconnell7160]

Ruby x Sapphire I have my appointment on 11th :3

[@pmbluemoon]

Good: mood improved! (more stable, estrogen made me 🐲💩crazy) Bad: BACK HAIR as thick as a fur rug... bummer. 🐗

[@LeahWolfMSP]

Chris Moon e w. Shit, I do not want that.

[@glamrockbard]

Chris Moon yeah, as a transguy pre-T, im fucking insane with puberty, how do i even pass half the time

[@assassinscreedreallifepran1080]

I found very weird Something at me: 1. I do have the male pattern hair... 2. I do have a bit deeper voice. 3. I have the male pattern Eyebrows, not like females one. 4. I do already male characteristics like psychically force, energy, etc, etc... That's weird... I love it!😂😂😂wtf I am literally pre-everyting

[@antonlaaksonen6877]

oh damn I totally forgot my T gel today thanks for reminding me :P

[@YouTuber-fc6ph]

i just came out to my brother, and he was super supportive . he just wanted me to be sure. m feeling so blessed. in the evening today i was watchin ur video on coming out, that only gave me strength. thanx a lot buddy

[@LuxanderReal]

"And I smell really baaad *crying*" lol #relatable

[@peachyben6165]

i'm going into a clinic to talk to a doctor about taking T or getting puberty blockers next week and i'm excited but scared

[@SirChubbyBunny]

You got this, my friend. :)

[@tailsdude8943]

My dad apparently "doesnt like medicine" so he won't let me go on T, but he uses medicine himself -_-

[@MsTindin]

Jamie! Love your videos :) I don't really know, but I think I'm trans and you help me so much with understanding myself. But I don't know how to tell people about me... Life is complicated... You once made a video about transitioning in college. It was great, but for me it would be interesting to hear how it was the very first time you ever came out.

[@mallory-679]

Tina Ljungqvist everything will be fine you will know how to tell people I believe in you!!👍🏽👍🏽 I'm gay and it was hard to come out at first but once I did it everything felt normal I wasn't nervous anymore so if you are trans you got this.

[@MsTindin]

Mallory Ortiz Rodriguez thank you. I'm trying to find courage at the moment heheh

[@SuperKingNerd]

I'm only on week 3 right now (going on four on sunday) and oh my god the worst thing so far has been the 'male menopause' that apparently a lot of people have gone through. (Some people might not have if they had estrogen blockers before starting.) Heat flashes are the worst and I'm overall /SO/ hot all the time that it gets unbearable.

[@SirChubbyBunny]

Duuude, hot flashes were the worst, especially in the summer or the winter when we had our heaters on DX

[@takotravels]

ItsGeoffrey also 3 weeks on T 😊

[@SuperKingNerd]

OH MAN YEP! My heaters don't really turn off in the winter, so I'm basically dying all the time because I have one in every room. I had to open my window last night and I woke up to it pouring and having a tornado warning so my window opening was crazy and banging everywhere LOL.

[@kenken1814]

Since I've been on hormone blockers before I go on T, I hope I won't have to go through hot flashes again once I start T!

[@DeltaSteak991]

5:15 can totally relate "I think my voice is deeper" (Me, 5 days on T gel)

[@glamrockbard]

thank FUCK gel is an option, i cannot do needles

[@SirChubbyBunny]

Coming from someone who has a needle phobia and has been doing injectables for two years, they become less intimidating over time. I find doing them subq or into the fat (like your stomach) is easier because the needles are smaller. More power to those who opt for gel, since I canbarely remember to do my shots once a week.

[@ryanvale6066]

Unfortunately even if you use gel you'll still need to deal with needles as you'll need blood tests both before and during taking T (sucks, I know, I'm not good with needles either) but you'll never be required to do your own bloods and it's less often than injecting T would be so gel is still better.

[@glamrockbard]

Noodle Lou thank you both for your amazingly helpful comments, i guess it will be worth it in the end

[@bean3juices332]

Same, I was so scared there was only the needle way! But still blood tests unfortunatly. :(

[@SirChubbyBunny]

What I found hat helps with blood work is having the person walk you through it, so they let know know when they're going to stick you so you don't worry about them just jabbing you. Also, looking away and taking a deep breath before it happens can help.

[@rachelhooper8620]

I honestly thought you said "caterpillar" when you introduced your cat 😂

[@Jammidodger]

Hahaha, he would be a very furry caterpillar :P

[@rachelhooper8620]

Yes he would xP

[@aanders2599]

I just started watching your videos and I just wanted to say that you're helping more people than you realize! thank you for being you.

[@lulcvtthroat]

I can't start T, have to wait a couple years. But, I'm very excited.. My best friend bought me a binder, and I'm comfortable enough with that so far. Ily btw 😂💕

[@cedarpentowski5452]

I started T around a month ago, I definitely feel that anti-climatic phase where you just have to accept that these things take time to happen. I hate it and I was hoping some things would happen right away. I should just enjoy this for now before the smell starts to get to me lol...

[@Holyfiremolotov]

T gives me so many problems. UTI's galore, Kidney infections, insomnia, etc. -____- Thankfully the needles don't bother me at all, it's just annoying as shit having to stand there for ageeeees when they give nebido. It's actually encouraged to walk around when you've had a shot, as it helps it disperse through the muscle my nurse said. :D The hair thing though....holy shit I am so scared I'll lose my hair. My hairline is masculine as it is D: D: Best way to check your voice is to record your voice each month. I've been doing this and it's so cool to listen to the changes. This has to be my favorite thing, since I've not had many other changes on it. Bit of facial hair, but now I look like a girl with bad facial hair! XD

[@lekiscool]

Omg If I was dating a trans FTM as a diabetic I would request that we dance to shots holding syringes in a Vlog video that we title "A day in our lives." XD

[@KreeZafi]

Your hair looks AMAZING, bloody hell, you talk about testosterone messing with it but most dudes would be envious of those luscious locks you've got!

[@kianelliott4934]

I'm almost a year on T now and your video made me laugh out loud and was definitely totally relateable to me especially the hair line and acne they both suck very much so. and I was always told not to moan or be upset about the changes and be grateful I'm on T cuz most guys can't ever be on T and as grateful as I am most days the shots I still dread every other week and even though they've gotten better as it's almost been a year they still very much suck especially on my chest and arms (I've not had top surgery yet) and the best change I'd have to say definitely was the voice dropping and the facial hair even though I've always been hairy pre-T :) thanks for making relateable videos!

[@Jammidodger]

Haha awesome, glad it's relatable :)

[@thisbeewhistleweed7532]

I love watching your videos,. due to your politeness and your acceptance of the good and bad of T. I pray you and your girlfriend continue on your blissful path of love and happiness 💝💖

[@burgerwithcurlyfries]

I'm starting T on March 20th, only two days after my birthday! I'm so excited, and I have to thank you, Jamie, for being here for me the whole time I've been struggling with dysphoria. I didn't always have a KZbin channel, but I'm glad I do now so I can support you in any way I can with likes n' such.

[@caceothesscribendi]

I take my T subcutaneously and it's not bad. But I could definitely see how it could become routine and bothersome after many years. So far, my favorite change has been the scrubby little goatee that's coming in. :)

[@annie8358]

I love the way he acts soo funny really great

[@alexmerrill3636]

I didn't know there was a gel, glad to know that

[@BigKicksMix]

I'm closeted still and have to wait until Easter before coming out - if I'm brave enough by then :/ And the worst thing is I'm still doubting myself and telling myself I'm making it up/jumping on the brand wagon so when people inevitably tell me that I might believe them :(

[@haydenzeis2720]

Many Platypodes just make sure you're completely comfortable to come out! Nobody is forcing you to do it so you can take all the time you need:) I came out too early to my parents... when they said I was just confused I got spooked that they could be right and didn't bring it up again for a while haha.

[@emmakrumm6399]

3:44 Jamie: drops Testosterone Me: the floor will grow a beard now

[@gnotknormal]

If it drops on the floor, lie down and roll in it :P. I love Shaaba's laptop!!

[@aileenrese40]

I love how he's desperately looking for beard hair having an actual grown beard in his face xD

[@evilstevil4692]

wish I could be on t aaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhh

[@SirChubbyBunny]

One day, young grasshopper. You'll get there :)

[@evilstevil4692]

SirChubbyBunny thanks, I really hope so :)

[@SirChubbyBunny]

I know it. You got this, captain!

[@pellonator]

SAME I'm dead

[@naynay9466]

Same

[@togetherbreakfast4321]

I've been on T for almost a month now! I go injection method and it's not so bad if you ice your skin before you inject, it should numb it a bit.

[@octopus1613]

I took my first T shot today, and was actually surprised by how LITTLE it hurt. Could barely feel it. Though it does seem like I'm doing a much smaller dose of a much thinner liquid with a much smaller needle than you described, so that's probably part of it. (I mean, for one thing, I'll be doing this every week, rather than every three months.)

[@owent.2306]

"ready....set....no" story of my life.

[@magalilunamassaro775]

You're so funny! I'm so glad to see you happy, you're a lovely person, I love your vids

[@Jammidodger]

Thank you :D

[@MlleRose020]

Hey Jammie ! Thank you for documenting your transition so well, it is very useful. I was wondering until what age you could start taking T and if there is an age when it is 'too late' to use it for transition. I have tried finding the information on the internet but I don't think I'm using the right words because google won't come up with anything relevant ^^ thank you

[@ma111ma11]

Chloé Bertrand here in youtube i watched old woman began T at 60 , and her results are very good

[@MlleRose020]

Thank you, that's very helpful ^^ you wouldn't happen to have a link to the video, by any chance ?

[@jeom98]

I think you are such a sweet person Jamie!

[@thaiseathaydesantos]

It wold probably be better to incorporate the gel in your routine, or put and alarm on it at a time you know you can do it. I have health issues and routine and alarms help a lot to keep up to my meds. Some women also take testosterone in smaller doses to improve libido.

[@RoundSeal]

Oh my god thank you so much for this! I haven't watched yet but I couldn't wait to comment haha. I'm extremely phobic of needles and don't even know what options I have in my country anyway, but my GP's looking into it for me. I want to be as prepared as possible when I have an answer, regardless of what she finds out. Your sense of humour makes this so brilliant. 💚

[@codyjohnson6427]

Some people may ask, why hurt yourself just to look or feel different? Well, isnt excersizing/working out the same scenario? Hurting yourself by working out just to grow muscles and see changes

[@nobody-bb4di]

Thanks for these really helpful videos. They are very professional and I love the hilarious sketches!

[@ken.dietitian]

Best change: facial appearance changes. Worst change: can't stop eating. Weird change: don't have to pee as often... Uncomfortable change: hair. everywhere. Concerning change: haven't been able to cry in 4 months... Incredible change: voice drop. Funny change: can't sing anymore. Cool change: muscles gettin' bigger every day.

[@Isak-H]

I would never be able to take my own shots

[@SirChubbyBunny]

Never say never, my friend. For me, someone who has a pretty wicked fear of needles, shot days have gotten more easy to manage with time. For the first two months, I needed someone to do them for me because I'd get so freaked out. But, I'm two years into it, and I've been able to hold my own. If you do them subq, it's less intimidating because the needles are smaller. I hope this helps somehow.

[@blueisamoonchild8062]

Does gel take longer to work? I think I read that somewhere

[@SirChubbyBunny]

Change rates vary from person to person, but the way I've heard it, gel/cream works at the same rate as injections.

[@fckthefearturkey]

As a non-trans guy I had no idea testosterone could be taken exept in the form of steriods. But I'm happy for everyone who is getting to take testosterone and feeling better in their body, and have gained more appreciation for my natural features. I hope everyone is doing well and that they feel better in their own skin ^^ Though I am a bit jealous that most of you are able to grow a beard and I'm not lol

[@robred04]

What i hate about it is the hair growing between my buttcheeks!!! This is the worst since i've been on T. Annoying and itchy as f.... Anyone else got that problem?? XD

[@alecwinner]

Omg yep! It's annoying as hell , Idk if they go away eventually, mine haven't but I'm only on month 6.

[@mara7033]

Biosex male checking in. I'm pretty sure most adult men have some amount of hair in their butt crack. I certainly do. But I think once it finishes growing in, it shouldn't be a big deal. It's probably only irritating because its basically stubble in your butt crack, which of course would be uncomfortable.

[@gonkuku]

Its true, it wont go away but it should get more bearable over time.

[@Singularian]

I'm pre T and I have that hair. I feel like a man now :)

[@FrostBeauty]

Scrub a bit with some honey and sugar or any sort of scrubbing stuff for the face not to harsh and be careful not to put the product to low. But basically just help your skin with the new hairs trying to grow in such a tiny space 😂 rinse well. In short exfoliate the bum lol. You are welcome

[@zacharyfranck2382]

Getting spots in the MOST RANDOM places - butt, knee, toe, forearm, etc.

[@jooniebug480]

Is the gel as effective when you first start?

[@ummmforgetnames8052]

It's just as effective but it can be alot slower but in the long run it is

[@assassinscreedreallifepran1080]

Vic Arthropoda I am terribly afraid to take shots,Soo the gel is better for me

[@roundearth2428]

I have watched some of your videos. You are so charming and informative. I hope you have found true happiness. It feels like there are so many people dealing with this now, or was it just not known before the internet?

[@CarbonUnitX]

Round Earth Yeah, people didn't know as much about it and it was much harder to come out and do something about it. But we've always been around.

[@roundearth2428]

You represent yourself brilliantly. It's strange because for years no one came out and now there are several people per grade transitioning. I know our school is supportive and clearly that's important. take good care!!

[@BasedRightTrans]

im m2f and stumbled on your video, very nice presentation! i always been curious about f2m problems, and a look into what you guys go through. my experiences was i never tried e gels,or pills. my dr put me on the estradiol valerate shots straight away. like you say it was neat to watch changes in beginning, but 12yrs of shots it gets to be a maintenance thing. nice vid cute guy and thanks!

[@HoundTeethers]

Does gel T make your voice drop aswell as shots?

[@denimfox17]

Earth's Alien it brings all the changes shots would (I'm positive but don't quote me)

[@OatmealTheCrazy]

The changes would be the same

[@SG-zp4fz]

When "shots shots everybody" started playing I laughed way too damn much omg 1:19

[@Jetty_wolfe]

"I'm going bald, and I smell really baaaaaaad" lmao

[@maxwellchavez1590]

Your videos are a life saver man

[@TheValkyriekat]

I'm 9 months on weekly injections of T. I do my injections myself, and the part I dislike most is when my hands shake. It makes for awkward, sore injections. I alternate left and right legs. It's so worth the bother!

[@SirChubbyBunny]

Is it an anxiety thing for you? I know when shot days get bad for me and I just don't think I can do it that day, having a distraction like music usually helps me calm down enough so I don't think about the needle.

[@TheValkyriekat]

SirChubbyBunny I have a tremor as a side effect of medication, but I'll try your tip, it can't hurt. 😎

[@SirChubbyBunny]

Ah okay, I get ya. I hope it's easier to work with or goes away soon.

[@electrocast]

My legs are what shake when it's shot time for me. Its an impulse that I have a really hard time controlling, if I can control it at all, lmao

[@kodafenton9100]

I just wanna say thanks for making these kinds of videos. Im trans(ftm) and i want to start being me in 2019 since I'll be out of school and moved out in that year but i never knew what kind of T to take. I was going to do the pills till i read more info on it and that made me afraid because now i have to stick a needle in me but once i came across some of your videos i found out about a gel kind! I really hope I'll be able to use that one😂💙

[@cyscute3128]

I LITERALLY THOUGHT YOU WERE DAVID TENNANT

[@edwardt2396]

SAME MWHAT THE FUCK I CHOKED ON MY SANDWICH

[@lukasskoe]

SO. RELATABLE. A good thing that happened to me (besides from the obvious like deeper voice and facial hair etc.) I wasn't as scared to open my mouth and talk to strangers, I didn't want to hide as much as I wanted before and overall I feel better about myself. On the more negative note, when I finally started taking t I didn't think about it anymore so my head had more space for other problems. Which was ... not so cool.

[@KimSol90]

Love your vids man! yeah the shots are quite painful but it's all worth it XD

[@BlackZephyr]

My first 6 months were on cream and tomorrow marks 1 month since starting (weekly) injections. I absolutely hated the cream. The changes were nearly non-existent and the hassle of putting it on every day drove me insane. Since switching to injections, I feel so much better and have already noticed a handful of changes that were completely lacking in the entire 6 months on the cream. My voice is finally dropping, which was the source of a lot of dysphoria before. The bad is that my face has gotten a lot oiler, but it's worth it. I can't wait for more changes as time goes on. I don't even mind if I have to jab myself in the thigh with a long needle every week to get there.

[@iLOVEpicklesBRO28]

I truly adore your cat so much

[@mcopies7925]

Thanks for this video! I lol'd in the best way when you walked around blowing on your arms, so deliciously real ...and goofy but mostly just real. How else would you get too sticky gel to dry, right? Informative, interesting and entertaining without being too over the top in any one area. Thanks on so many levels.

[@leahlichtenstein8319]

I'm simultaneously trying to do research for my web comic and write my huge essay which is like the determining factor for if I can stay in college my sophomore and junior year lol :D. but anyway I'm (or trying to write) a webcomic and one of my characters is a trans guy who's just starting to transition and this video is helpful considering I don't know much about testosterone, thank

[@jaysonbickel671]

Uughhh i keep torturing myself watching t videos like this even though i can't start t for another 11 months!!!!!

[@Taumpy]

I watched this video yesterday, and I thought to myself how lucky I was that my shots have gone really easy. And sure enough, today I was doing the shot and had my first mishap (in five years!). I use two 23g syringes for an IM shot every two weeks, because drawing the T actually dulls the needle, and a fresh one has a cleaner stick. While I was changing the needle on the syringe after drawing, in slipped out of my hands, bounced off my chest and I accidentally stuck myself in the thumb! It went clean through a layer of skin from one side of the joint part of my thumb to the other. I'm glad I have a strong stomach! Also glad it wasn't deep and didn't bleed much. Out of curiosity, are the at-home IM shots an option in the UK? They are quite common in the US.

[@puppydunk9954]

1. i fucking LOVE your guns n roses shirt 2. how do you get your hair so perfect???

[@larryalexander41]

Hey if you do the gel version for T do you still have to do the shots? I was just wondering for later experiences.

[@cmykimberly]

2:44 Cathedral city #SPON Good video, i enjoyed learning new things.

[@Jammidodger]

Haha I realised when I was editing that I forgot to switch the TV off! Glad you liked the video :)

[@chaotic_creature]

I still haven't come out 😭😭😭

[@deer8teeth30]

Blake Belladonna Same ;-;

[@rosswolf7083]

Is there any other way to get T

[@rosswolf7083]

Other than shots

[@aaiton7120]

gel

[@rosswolf7083]

Thanks

[@user-cu6eq8bk3s]

Shots, gel and patches.

[@SirChubbyBunny]

There's also pellets that are placed under the skin and release slowly over time, and they only need to be replaced a fe times a year. However, I don't know how expensive they are.

[@sillaysponge]

Random question, do patches take longer to show changes than shots? If so, roughly how much longer?

[@markusdez1748]

I used to have a fear of needles but then I started t over a year ago and now having to inject myself and frequently check my t levels in my blood It doesn’t even phase me anymore. Everyone is different but I personally want to stick with the shot because it’s only once a week in my thigh rather than a sticky patch putting some shit up my nose or every day putting on gel waiting for it to dry.

[@renferal3774]

LOL you are just too funny... Love the cat by the way.

[@bjornreeve2091]

Congratulations Jamie's floor for being 3 years on testosterone!

[@assassinscreedreallifepran1080]

There is T gel... Right?

[@corkscrewfork]

Going in to talk with my doc on Friday to ask about getting switched from shots to gel- my buddy who helps me with my shots is moving and I'm entirely too phobic of needles to do my own anymore. I don't really care that it costs as much as car insurance- to be in control of it without needing so much help taking my T is worth it.

[@llewballantine6678]

I'm only two months and my voice has dropped like an actual brick. The Doctor was even super surprised at my check-up appointment, especially because my levels were actually a bit low. I was prepared to wait a bit but nah. BAM. All that to say, LUCKILY, I haven't had to go through that obsessive looking for changes thing. Yet. Although, the hips....

[@adamchatko]

hi, Jamie! I'm curious to know how come you went from injections to gel, at least where I'm from it's usually the other way around... they start you on gel, then switch to injections later... thanks for your feedback...

[@noahr.7144]

tomorrows my first day on T!!!!!

[@clockwise6130]

I love you

[@TheLastDigitalDragon]

I was pretty lucky, got my first beard hairs like two weeks in (like 6 lmao but still!) and all my friends at school were like "you voice is already so deep, how cool!!" like two weeks in. my voice probably wasn't that deep but just having people being as apeshit about my transition as me was really nice.

[@harrisondorn7091]

Hey Jamie! (Forgive the profile picture from when I was 10 :p its not seeming to want to change)This isn't that trans-related but I was wondering if you could talk about your experiences with stretching your ears! I noticed that you had them in some of your earlier videos. I'm a pre t ftm and I'm stretching my ears, so I'm curious to know how it affects passing and if you regretted the decision.

[@WhiteN0iz]

How long does facial hair take, on average? What about voice changes? :O I'm keen on the latter, but not on the former, so I'm thinking of taking low-dose T for long enough to lower my voice and then see about tapering off.

[@sheltiegirl423]

Does you using gel create issues for Shaaba? For example, does she have to be careful not to touch the areas of skin where you've applied it to avoid her skin absorbing it too? If so, how do you two deal with that? I'm curious about that because I read about that being an issue for couples where the guy was testing a hormonal contraceptive gel/cream for men that is applied to the skin.

[@Jammidodger]

I'm really careful with applying it only to my upper arms and then having those areas covered for at least 6 hours after application, and I always put it on in the morning. I also wash my hand thoroughly and use a towel that Shaaba doesn't use to dry them. It can be an issue if you're not careful though, and sometimes it's a little annoying, but I've gotten into a routine of being careful with it and it's fine now.

[@IdahoDali]

Thank you for injecting some happiness into my day. Heheheh.

[@sylasthefox4844]

I don't live in a very accepting family, so I don't have much chance for anything until I'm older and it honestly makes me really depressed because I already know that by then I'm probably going to have some things that will be permanently feminine... And knowing the wait between going to a physchologist and DOING anything just makes it worse.

[@taltheweirdo]

this is so useful

[@jaypeg7618]

I absolutely lost it when you put the shots song in 😂😂😂

[@edwardt2396]

the "i think my voice is getting deeper,,,, hello . hello. Hello" after 10-15 minutes thing is actually me.

[@danny98432]

Bit of a random question but do you take t monthly?