Trans Guy: The Dark Side of Testosterone

Not every change and consequence is amazing when taking T
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[@moosboeke2554]

im pre-t and im already oily + covered in acne. this is gonna be fun kiddos

[@Daniel-qd6wh]

Ugh same

[@bonecollector9993]

Oof same

[@pepperpuppers]

Let's get it

[@snazzylizardz5041]

It is I, pizza face!

[@NukeNukedEarth]

I cant go more than 1 day without washing my hairs lol

[@twigthewonderk1d]

honestly, none of this bothers me. i want more hair, i wanna smell more like a guy, i don’t mind the acne and extra checkups. im willing to put up with the slight bad things to be a male, anything beats dysphoria

[@evilpansy]

Same

[@WhatYourtold]

you will mind the acne if it takes over your entire face and all self esteem plummets.

[@twigthewonderk1d]

Austin i think the dysphoria of having a female body affects my self esteem a lot more than more acne would. i’ve had acne my whole life anyways and im not bothered by it at this point.

[@WhatYourtold]

that is understandable, i hope you are able to get on T in the near future!

[@wyrmur727]

Honestly I've already got acne and don't care so an increase in that wouldn't matter to me at all.

[@anfearaerach]

I'm pre T and already have toehair, foothair, and a trail of hair that's typically masc x) I will embrace my hobbitness!

[@lisalentile177]

Im a hobbit too

[@musikjunkie93]

Me too. Like I'm pretty sure I'm part ape and I'm biologically female and not on T

[@alexbeaujon9049]

I have it too and was already double checking my feet when he said it 😹 I also gave a faint mustache so I’m excited to see how T will work out on it

[@CycocelVocalist]

Me too! Helps I'm also a kiwi so I could in theory be recruited as an extra if needed lmao

[@kitteninforest]

me too!

[@kaden9196]

My endocrinologist said this: “the risks of testosterone are... the risks... of testosterone...” lmao “like balding, sweating, acne- cis guys get that too because of t the only difference is that there’s is natural” cis guys can get prostate cancer so the trans guys are safe from that haha

[@i.cs.zamodits]

Fun fact, female prostate is a thing and even cis womens can get prostate cancer, but you must be extremly unlucky to get it.

[@skittlz111]

@@i.cs.zamodits Hate to break it to you, bud but females don't have prostates

[@i.cs.zamodits]

@@skittlz111 We don't call it prostate, but the same tissue is there, it's usually way less developed (smaller). And it kinda works.

[@skittlz111]

@@i.cs.zamodits You don't call it a prostate because its not one...

[@i.cs.zamodits]

@@skittlz111 Same tissue, same origin, and yes even in medical fields it's called "female prostate" (or at least I know medical professionals who use this term, and it's also an accepted terms so...) but if you are that finiky you can call it "Skene's glands".

[@kipkey8104]

Was always super greasy/oily before T, after T I became my true form, that of an oil spill

[@karivanpelt1035]

Same

[@2bleMcScooble]

Lol

[@mantasquid]

These are the kind of videos my mother refuses to accept exists. she says no one in the community ever wants to point out the bad, and everyone just pushes hormones and Transitioning on others. so thank you for proving her wrong and sharing info like this :)

[@nomoresunforever3695]

How's life been since this comment? How are you and your mom?

[@Kleineganz]

I just passed 4 months on T yesterday. My voice is only just starting to break and drop a tiny bit (I had hoped it would be sooner, but I know everyone's transition is different). I am prepared for the body hair, I fear for the potential hair loss. So far I'm seeing lots of hair growth *everywhere* and no hair loss (yet). Since I'm older (46) and I was teetering on the brink of menopause anyway, I was already going through body odor changes. So far I haven't seen any increase in sweat and I haven't had any significant increase in acne (I have been pretty aggressive about keeping my face clean though). Overall, I'm pretty happy with the progression of my transition so far. :)

[@eden_v3133]

This is actually such an encouraging comment. Lots of trans folks feel like they're being late when they start transitioning in their late or mid twenties. You're a great example that it's never too late to become yourself~

[@Swtch_blade]

That's amazing. I'm glad ur happy dude

[@corbinjames8787]

I'm about 4.5 months on, and I have like one visible facial hair. lol. I'm also noticing lots of hair growth. My voice has been breaking for awhile now, but I started out with a very high voice to begin with. You are lucky with the acne so far, I have a lot more now.

[@meowJACK]

Acne has definitely been the worst by far for me so far. I actually ended up going on accutane because the acne was so ridiculously bad that I didn't wanna go out in public haha.

[@WhiteN0iz]

Congrats!!

[@_thelostghost_6432]

I GOT MY FIRST GENDER CLINIC APPOINTMENT! it's a small step on a very long road but I've been waiting so long!

[@oreoquinn4164]

_ TheLostGhost _ happy for u!! been there too 😁

[@_thelostghost_6432]

@@oreoquinn4164 Thank you ^-^ the feeling of excitement and happiness when I got that appointment I haven't felt that in a very long time I can't wait!

[@Transpenguincy]

_ TheLostGhost _ me tooo yay and congrats

[@_thelostghost_6432]

@@Transpenguincy thank you! Congrats too you too!! c:

[@VBArtPlace]

Congratulations! Good luck on the perilous yet awesome journey you have ahead of you ;D

[@camtyto0777]

i don't understand how body hair is always treated as a downside of testosterone. that's one of the things i get most dysphoric over. i *want* a male hairline (even if it means some hair loss), facial hair, _and_ darker body hair...

[@jamwise.gamgee]

Cam Tyto for some people it’s not what we’re looking for! i’m a bit different because i’m nonbinary, but i really hate my body hair (and there’s a LOT of it). if it’s what make you happy, then that’s awesome!

[@WhiteN0iz]

Everyone's different, man. I'm not crazy about the body hair myself.

[@myrkflinn4331]

Same. I wanna be proud of my hairy ass life cos I can finally let it breathe then as society seems to still not accept a female with body hair anyway. Id be happy with most changes except the checkups and fear of idk the loser area cos it doesnt receive the hormones anymore to regulate itself in a healthy way.

[@surprisinglysurviving751]

I already have a male hairline so rip my hair

[@madnessends2477]

Honestly I don't think its a bad thing. You are a man, you SHOULD be hairy. If you ask straight women you will find many enjoy chest hair and beards. Same for gay men. Embrace your manliness!

[@Muninnfeathers]

PSA: Make sure you get tested for clotting mutations like Factor V Leiden which increases the risk of getting a blood clot. Testosterone will increase your red cell count considerably. So if you have any clotting mutations it can increase the risk of getting a clot. Please consult a hematologist before starting testosterone if you have a family history with mutations. (Coming from a trans guy with factor v leiden. 😉)

[@caramel4734]

Omg!! Jamie! You’re like famous in china! A really well known website reported your story(very positively) and so many people are appreciating you for sharing your story!❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

[@dougfanclubmaster6669]

Why did I think this was a Shane Dawson video as soon as I saw "the dark side of.."

[@givemethebreadsticks]

same lmao

[@Crow3ater]

Lol

[@poultryparty7101]

TBH having bad acne LESSENS my dysphoria b/c cis guys tend to have more acne than cis girls. Makes me feel very validated, lol

[@thewhy7403]

I am exited for fat redistribution, voice drop, the slight change in hairline (doesn't include complete devastating hair loss), and while at first I wasn't sure about facial and body hair, I'm exited for that too. Can you believe that even I was super questioning about whether I would ever want t or not? Yeah, if your confused, we all are, okay? It's perfectly normal to be careful about it, just don't stress and obsess over it too much if you can help it.

[@helenblakovich1622]

Hey Jamie! Just a quick FYI, many women have toe hair. :P We just don't discuss it. Much like facial hair. We have that too....no idea why we're so ashamed of hair. But yea.

[@radioactiveryan381]

@@meuanglao7 I have very hairy legs and hair on my toes lol, I always have and I'm glad bc im still pre-t and I think being on the hairier side makes my dysphoria not as bad as it could be

[@meuanglao7]

@@radioactiveryan381 I'm very self-conscious about my body hair. I was always bullied for it and it made me hate it. Thankfully for me though, it's all blond lol

[@davianlafountain9032]

Ryan Lawrence it helps a tad for me too

[@teosuena7954]

Yeah i have alot a body hair

[@s.l.chakmakjianphillips9296]

Thank you so much for these videos. They're incredibly educational, especially for people who are closeted.

[@hippo1701]

Thank you for this video. I am a cismale and I have transmen friends and we are very open about their changes but sometimes they are not forthcoming with all the dark side stuff you mentioned and more until they experience it alone then come to me. I want to help them before it happens and your videos, I believe, will help them. Thank you so much Jamie.

[@ljasjeff2346]

I began transitioning long after I endured menopause. Weird to get acne all over again, but it’s not nearly as bad as the first puberty. The voice changes took several months to come along. Because I’m blonde, my body hair is not very noticeable to others, but my mustache is slowly filling in. I just got my top surgery after almost 2 years on T. THAT’S what I really wanted. To my surprise, when my grapefruit-sized boobs were gone, I found I now have a hairy torso 🤣. Which got me and my surgeon laughing. 😆

[@madnessends2477]

Im very happy you were able to transition at last. Dude, if you were able to survive menopause, im sure you will survive T

[@user-jc8cc4ch6w]

What size would you call grapefruit size boobs

[@devinnicholas2325]

You scared me so much, this wasn’t as bad as the title made it sound lol

[@EVERYWHEREinc]

SAME lmao. I was relieved to learn this was all stuff I know and am prepared for versus learning there is a whole new list of potential changes to expect 😂😅

[@devinnicholas2325]

TheEliasAlias Agreed

[@ixtyxiler8431]

Guess who's gonna be hella spotty on T!!

[@myrkflinn4331]

Same... already still spotty and being twenty... yup and i dont even have an oily skin. Just not being taken care of enough it seems.

[@assassinscreedreallifepran1080]

I am already an Freeruning enthusiast...I don't know what will happen later...

[@auxobl]

i'm already hella spotty pre-t so i'm ready to look like my friend, Hunter

[@1ndoorliving]

This year I experienced my first summer on T and oh boy. I thought I was already really likely to sweat and very sensitive to heat, so I was like "how much worse could it get?" Turns out, it got a lot worse. I sweat while wearing shorts and a T-shirt when everyone on the street is already wearing their winter jackets 😂

[@user-10021]

tellthatmick same dude, the worst thing is sweating balls as well Makes my dysphoria really bad

[@MorganEAshton]

You may want to get your thyroid checked. Sensitivity to heat can be a symptom of hyperthyroidism, and major hormonal shifts can trigger thyroid issues. I made another comment about this for everyone, which has a bit more detail.

[@surprisinglysurviving751]

I have spent years wearing hoodies everyday (also in the summer) and I didn't sweat, so I hope i'll not die

[@Daesma999]

I already do that and I haven't started T yet... yikes.. I'll burn..

[@kaysenkowskisprader]

I have my first appointment this Monday to start HRT and I couldn't be more excited. I am 21 already and feel like I'm late to the game but jesus it's been a long time coming and your videos explaining what to expect help so much. Thank you for what you do!

[@xmautsenx]

I'm having my first appointment on monday too! And starting T on tuesday. I'm 25 so don't worry about your age. Congrats!

[@kaysenkowskisprader]

@@xmautsenx ayyee that's awesome man! I dont know exactly when I'll be starting since it is only my first appointment and all. But congratulations!

[@kaysenkowskisprader]

@@SterlingBrett I feel ya amigo. But itll happen, you can do it! The waiting game is the worst part I think..

[@mitchmitchell1309]

I was 26 when I started and I’m now 27

[@jinandsin8829]

We all take our own time, I was 23 when I started but I know others who were much much older

[@oliver_I_hardly_know_her]

I might be starting T soon, and this video was genuinely comforting. My parents and doctors are all nice and trying to help, but I also feel like they’re trying to scare me a bit, and this really helped

[@SM-fk7tf]

Don’t, please my friend. Love yourself for who you actually are - you don’t need drugs? and/or surgery to be you? You can’t change who you are born as, something we all need to accept as humans. I hope you get through it though

[@Fruity.sodapop]

@@SM-fk7tf stfu bro. transphobic much omfg💀

[@corkscrewfork]

The balding is the only thing I'm absolutely fighting tooth and nail. Everything else I am okay with, but losing my hair isn't cool- bought a laser comb for use through the week, and possibly gonna buy a LOT of Rogaine.

[@danweeewooo887]

i’m starting T in a month or so and i’m so scared??? but also excited ??? GOD

[@aaronoliver9075]

Same!

[@skyanadkat6222]

I might start T in December! I feel ya.

[@evah2911]

Same here!

[@bravodevdas]

Congrats!

[@sebthelombax6733]

I'm hopefully starting in a week!

[@alicaradec8545]

I had a flash in my brain of that owl in Bambi: “It can happen to you! And to you! And to... yes, yes, it can happen to you too.” Apologies for the inaccurate quote, i only ever saw Bambi in French.

[@BlackTheNerevar]

I do wanna say that looking at your parents and siblings (if you have brothers) can help you to find out how testosterone will/could effect you. It depends a lot on genes.

[@artifedex]

“And toe hair” jokes on you Jamie my toes have always been hairy naturally! 😂😂

[@emyoung9928]

Mainly worried about balding, as genetics are not on my side

[@user-10021]

Jae I have it kinda badly and now I always look like I have Chemotheraphy going on or something even if I dye my hair:/ if it gets worse I might go to wearing caps although I hate them

[@lukassimontm3546]

Haha, I'm 34 years old, on T for about 4,5 years. My father has more hair in his head than I have left on mine. 😂 Buuut I'm fine with it. I don't look like a weirdo (well, I do. But Not bc of hair loss. I just am kinda weird, soo...) Whatever. I look masculine. And I can finally be myself.

[@collinsje5]

The best thing to do about baldness is to embrace it. If you are bald just on top, get the sides cut very short (zero clipper). Thankfully, Michael Jordan made baldness cool decades ago.

[@gunkwizardry]

another change that might be negative is vaginal dryness. T might cause the inside of your parts to dry out, making it harder for frontal sex without lube and also putting in tampons if you're still menstruating. I had a bit of trouble with this when I was still menstruating, and it's just something to be aware of if you're gonna have frontal sex, since dryness can lead to tearing and increased STD/STI risk.

[@ornjtopaz]

If it's prone in your family you can have heart problems, Utis and diabetes. It also weakens your immune system so you just get colds faster and easier. If you get a cut it won't affect that healing process but there are tons of science that shows something is wrong if you dont heal normally. If you get a cut it won't affect that healing process. People get this wrong all the time that you get your hairline, how a bread will work for you, and how quickly you go grey/your hair loss from your mother's side so if you're concerned about any of that look at your uncles and grandfathers on that side of the family. Over all T is alittle scary at first, I've only on it nine months compared to ppl like Jamie..but if it is in your path and you're getting medically doing this process/take care of it's so worth it. I felt like a different person even after my 1st shot and I'm happier than I've been as a girl. Now that I'm fully recognized as a guy and I sound/look/feel like one to myself I only wish I had more info and did this before 20. Diabetes does run in my family; my grandfather had it, mother and I was super prone to it even before but just another thing I have to watch.

[@hayden715]

Wellllllll...... I'm definitely balding....They all have no hair 😅

[@hopeshales4734]

I thought I was in the clear on the hair loss thing then you gotta go drop this bomb on me. I don’t even know my mom’s side, lol. This is the first thing that’s ever had me questioning if I wanna go on t

[@EstellaYoutube]

I've been on testosterone for a month and three weeks now, and these videos make me feel so much better about the changes to come and decrease my anxiety. Thank you for making videos, I look forward to the next one. 😊

[@ev.anflynn]

I haven't even come out my parents yet and I'm already watching videos about taking T 😂

[@Jacob-nk1of]

I might be starting testosterone within the next few weeks!!! I had my 3rd gender therapy session today and signed the consent forms. I am so excited

[@wolfiedaalpha3033]

I already have toe hair and I ain't even on T yet

[@MakeupByAnnieRose]

I saw Shabba at Essex uni a couple days ago! But she walked past so fast I didn’t have time to say hi 😫 also your face is now on the Silberrad building lift 😂

[@spazmatismsf385]

luckyyyy

[@ellibean5937]

His FACE? Meaning you drew him or it's a mural? I want a local Jamie mural!

[@MakeupByAnnieRose]

Elli Bean ahaha no as in a photo that covers the lift door 😂

[@ellibean5937]

@@MakeupByAnnieRose actually, that is just as awesome!

[@Solstng]

I know this video isn't for me, BUT being on estrogen and having all those things go away has been so amazing! Also thank you for sharing your experience!

[@iang.9904]

I’m 8 days on T and my sex drive is through the roof. I went from suspecting being asexual to “oh shit nope I want so much sex right now.”

[@alexcampbell2873]

I CANT STOP LAUGHING BECAUSE I GOT AN AD FOR AN APP CALLED THE HOLY BIBLE!!!😂😂😂😂 I CAN'T 😂😂😂

[@thlsalt8162]

I honestly want to go on T so bad. Lots of things have withheld me from this. ( Relative's acceptance, money. ) I was happy to find out that there is an alternate T treatment in the form of gel.. Due to my Trypanophobia. ( Extreme fear of needles. ) Now that I hear that you have to have regular blood tests, the panic is setting in! It's just something I'll have to push through. I have much support, so that helps. I won't let this fear stop me from becoming who I am. :) Thank you for all these informative videos, Jamie! It's good to know what to expect.

[@meuanglao7]

I also have the severe fear of needles, but I've managed to push through on the blood tests. I just turn away and think of my happy place >>

[@ornjtopaz]

The needles are really the worst part, mtf ladies are lucky because they take pills like pumped up birth control. But honesty considering how hard they have it, its really the least that could be done for them.

[@meuanglao7]

@@ornjtopaz We can take pills too, but it's not recommended because pills are very bad for the liver

[@bravodevdas]

Started T a month and a half ago and have noticed the oily face. Can't wait for my voice to break 😆

[@xmautsenx]

I'm starting T next week so this was very helpful :)

[@xmautsenx]

@@Mally096 Thanks!

[@Mally096]

@nutte no problem. How long did you have to wait?

[@xmautsenx]

@@Mally096 I'm from Finland so how things are done in here might be very differend from other countries. But little over a year ago I had my first doctor appointment and after that saw a bunch of differend medical professionals. Monday I'll have my first endo appointment.

[@Chic.Geek75]

How the human being can evolve...been watching your transformation so amazing...

[@JayJumbledVids]

all the thing he is listing that's "bad" I want ……… LIKE IM TIRED OF FEMALE PUBERTY I WANT MALE SO BAD XD

[@trucker4trumpamerica172]

I been 5 years on t.. And i love.. and evryday you feel better , better .. testosterone is wonderful...

[@assassinscreedreallifepran1080]

How did you know that you feel better? What's the sensation?

[@hayden715]

I already have most of these......What'll happen when I start T?! 😂

[@sherifftallin962]

Always good to have this information! I’m willing to risk a little to live a happy life. But wow. That’s a lot.

[@jamieo2147]

Didn't mention bottom growth and thats my biggest fear. At the moment I just feel like I have no bits but if it grows and I can see it and become more aware of it I think I will feel more dysphoria about it

[@lukassimontm3546]

I like my peen. Obviously he's not as big as a cis one, but he's mine and I grew him all by myself 😁 (well, with help of T of course) It helped me a lot with dysphoria bc he actually looks like a little penis. Thinking about meta plastic tho, so he would be more noticeable.

[@MycIRL]

I don’t mind most of my body hair. I don’t enjoy my tummy hair, though. Mostly because it causes some skin issues. The smell is... fine. I just hate that I never feel like I smell clean. I can shower in the morning, and a couple hours later completely reek.

[@remingtonstubbs3929]

I'm legit a sweaty ginger yeti. But!.... I seem to be passing magically overnight 8 months on T 😂🤙

[@RenegadeVoid]

the first couple years on testosterone my acne got really bad. not so much on my face but on my back and chest. I ended up having to take acutane for like 6 months (which helped a lot!), and now I'm on this prescription cream for my face. increased greasiness has also been a thing for me. aaand very patch facial hair despite being on T for almost 5 years now. all I want now is just more consistent facial hair

[@myparadogpack]

So the first time I watched this the video was black and I thought it was just part of the dark side lol but now the video is working.

[@rosefox4245]

Honestly, none of these things is actually "bad", they're normal. Normal things that happen to normal men. Every cis guy goes through a sweaty puberty and loses his hair eventually but when it happens to trans guys it's used as "the bad thing, don't do the transition!!1!" -.-

[@artout5811]

I just love Jamie. I love his voice, I love the way he talks, I just think he is lovely. His transition is amazing not just the female to male thing but him as a person. You give me hope that positive change is possible x

[@lighteriumart]

I had my first voice drop today and I've been so euphoric. I definitely sense a smell change but as far as I've asked its not that bad.

[@niijima590]

How long have you been on T?

[@lighteriumart]

3 weeks!

[@assassinscreedreallifepran1080]

@@lighteriumart Good...but what is like to have a voice drop?

[@statelesscitizenofmalaysia4098]

May God bless you and what have you done in this world..

[@eliasgall3089]

Anybody out there, who has similar experience like mine? T for almost 2 years now. literally the only change i experienced is my voice (only a little bit). i look exactely the same, so people mostly see me as female. testosterone levels are in the normal male range though. i was mentally prepared for all sort of changes, good or bad, but i wasn`t aware that "almost no change at all" was a possibility aswell.

[@WhiteN0iz]

Almost 7 months on T for me! My voice has dropped a lot, but not quite enough to pass yet. Got chin whiskers and a pretty sad teen moustache. Body hair's coming in pretty thick, and HOLY BALLS am I sweaty, but actually? My body odour's improved dramatically since I started HRT. I used to get pretty bad armpit funk, and that's not an issue anymore. I do shower more often to deal with oilyness, and bizarrely enough I need lotion for skin dryness. Acne's bad but mostly on my back and chest. This biggest issue I've been dealing with is (TMI incoming...) vaginal dryness. OW, that shit chafes. But we're working on it! I don't regret it, because more than anything else, T has REALLY evened out my moods - more effectively than any antidepressant I've been on. Helps with anxiety, too!

[@wh_ffry9182]

Hiii I’m not sure if you’ll ever see this, but I had questions about the vaginal dryness part of Testosterone if that’s ok with you :3. 1. How early did you begin to notice it? Considering you where 7 months on T when you posted this comment, I was wondering if it was an immediate side affect of T for you. 2. How much does it affect your day to day life? Is it more of a minor inconvenience or did it become something bigger and more disruptive. 3. What tactics did you use to combat the dryness? I know that dryness is a possibility when going on T, and I wasn’t sure if there was anyway to actually help treat it. 4. This one is kinda awkward, but do you know if down there is still self cleaning while on T? I’ve heard different things from different people, but I want to understand it from the point of someone who’s going/went through it. Vaginal dryness is one of the parts of going on T that I am fearful of, because I’m really not sure if it’s going to be something that causes everyday discomfort to me. This is also argument of HRT that people I know have used against me, so I just want to understand it a bit more. Thank you so much:)))

[@thewhy7403]

Oh, I'm for some reason really exited about increased acne and I don't know why? I saw miles transition video, and he broke out a ton, and I started associating it with all the amazing things I want so now pre t whenever I see I pimple I get all exited. I feel like this isn't totally normal??? I dunno at least I know that won't be a stressor

[@HumanNature9870]

It's my boyfriend's third week (his second T injection) and we've notice a slight dark line and some smooth hair growing on each side of his face where there will be sideburns. His voice keeps changing since his second week began. He is so excited! Of course, I am checking his blood pressure often (he's never had problems with this) , and his glucose levels (he's diabetic -type 2 since 2016 ) are fine, and some lab tests results so his doctor can know if my boyfriend's body has a good response or not.

[@HumanNature9870]

Sorry if my English is not so good. ^^

[@alexz7443]

i'm going on T in Feb 2019 and i'm so excited. Thank you for this video bc it's very informative! I'm really excited for the hairline, voice drop and hair growth.

[@keonilee4580]

I'm glad you posted this video now because I get my T prescription in about a week, so while I've been super excited, I've also gotten a bit nervous. But now I see that it's normal and that I don't need to worry too much cuz all the pros will outweigh the cons.

[@coyoteferns]

My hair has thinned out so much that I am starting to see my scalp by even looking at it in the mirror. If you have thin hair before you probably will go bald soon alike to me.. just to take that into account

[@alexanderryan7615]

Im about to start T and this was really good! Question, Where do you get your shirts? They are so awesome!

[@enbyishimaru]

Bless you Jamie, thised m me that I need to take my testosterone shot today!!

[@casaelowens1928]

I like the honesty in this. I'm almost 2 years on T, and I have to watch my BP (it goes too high sometimes, but I also already have a heart condition), my cholesterol is hella high even though my diet consists of greens and fruit for the most part. I'm hairy, too hairy...but waxing is an option. Body fat has increased, but so has muscle. I've gained some health issues, but I've also have a better connection with my body now that it's masculine. Like Jamie said, you can't choose what you get...you just get it. Just make sure that you adjust properly and take care of yourself when the changes hit.

[@sky3310]

My biggest change has been acne. I'm taking antibiotics for it now, but it's so painful and sore and gross. Make sure to wash your face twice a day, if you start getting spots more often, buy a cleanser. if it gets out of control, see your doctor/dermatologist.

[@jinandsin8829]

Curious, after being on T, did anyone else find that colds and illnesses feel like they hit harder? I find anytime I get a cold now I’m super flat and can barely function, I used to just power through and just keep living my life. I know there are scientific studies backing that testosterone can make you weaker to certain things (I think it was to prove man flu is real)

[@WhiteN0iz]

I actually haven't gotten sick once since starting T, oddly enough.

[@RouVie2001]

Dude im so syked im gonna be starting as soon as insurance authorizes my prescription haha. Thanks for all the info and im so excited for all of the positives and negatives because its a full package and anything that T does will be better then how i am right now

[@lisalentile177]

Im loaded with it I look like a damn cave woman I hate it I want estrogen

[@jakekayll3214]

Currently 3 months on T. Im a happy boi and you betta know that acne be killing my vibe

[@stupidplantguy]

I needed this, im starting t in a few days and i needed a good video to inform me properly. Thanks jamie, very nice 👍🏻

[@watercolornights8562]

I’m almost six months on t and have been so so so happy with all results I’ve had but I’ve noticed that my immune system sucks now . It may just be me but I usually never get sick but have been sick atleast three times a month now. Is this like something that happens to other people or is it just me having bad luck lmao.

[@meuanglao7]

It's normal to get sick more often during puberty. Your body is so focused on changing that it slacks a little on everything else

[@autumnwuffyentertainment4954]

Thank you! I was curious about this for the sake of my own FTM transition and now I have an answer! Keep up the good work Jamie!

[@assassinscreedreallifepran1080]

Wait...are you a furry or something?(out of the subject, but still)

[@autumnwuffyentertainment4954]

Assassin's Creed Real life pranks yes I am a furry, but just because I like anthropomorphic (human-like) animals, I'm NOT at all about the sexual side that people focus on. We're not all about that, I more enjoy goofing around dressed up for charity, and drawing cool original characters similar in design to Zootopia or Robin Hood.

[@disgustd7333]

i’m not on T (yet) and i’m already the sweatiest human alive so i’m r e a l l y looking forward for that change

[@zeusson6678]

Everyone talks about the voice breaking, I never had it. I lose my voice during a sinus infection, and just never regained the original voice.

[@macksthetigerchild3417]

My first consultation for testosterone is on the 25th of this month, so I really need these kind of videos. I want to be very well informed when I start the journey, just in case my doctor is lackluster.

[@flynno4832]

NOT FULLY THROUGH THE VIDEO BUT FOR THE LOVE OF HECK WHAT ABOUT THE ACTUAL HEALTH RISKS OF TAKING T (okay I'm further in now and he is talking about it, it makes me very glad that someone who I look up to is giving me good info! Also!!! Where are you getting your info from??)

[@VBArtPlace]

Most doctors will tell you the health risks associated with T, but they are all mostly just the exact same risks a guy of your age will face. So you basically just add the regular male health checks for heart, cholesterol and blood pressure, etc, to the health checks you already need to take for any female oriented organs you might still have, and the suggested ages for those checks. If you Google either health risks for men or health risks for ftm, you should find some blogs or medical sites mentioning it, but try not to get too swept up in "complications," which are rare and few and far between. Good luck!

[@leonardodavinci3589]

I had literally no acne during my first puberty. I’m really hoping it’s be similar the second time around

[@meuanglao7]

I never really had acne either, but damn I have a neckbeard of it now lol It's calming down though, so all's good I guess?

[@JustSomeUmbreonfromJohto]

Thank you for a real video about taking testosterone. This is good. Thank you.

[@spiritedrenee9895]

Still better than dysphoria.

[@assassinscreedreallifepran1080]

Agreed

[@caleb4311]

I'm going to go to a psychiatrist very soon to make sure im stable enough mentally to begin transitioning (its law here that you have to have clearance from a psychiatrist) and i am so excited

[@roomfullofpigeons]

Jamie: you might get toe hair Me, pre-T, with toe hair: I thought this was changes?

[@kishochan92]

I just realized as you started to mention all the bad stuff that I've gone through most of them pre-T and now I feel even more odd than before

[@boylemansion]

I haven't had any bad side effects aside from my cholinergic urticaria.. also known as "heat allergy". It was hard to find info about it, as I thought it was hot flashes at first, but it was more serious than that, so I asked the FTM subreddit to see if someone was feeling the same thing. so when I heat up and proceed to sweat, my skin screams out. I get red bumps in my arms, my chest and back get really RED and itchy and it feels like I'm being stabbed with NEEDLES all over them. your body can heat up for a million reasons (being out in the sun, getting scared, anxious) so I have an episode at least twice a day, and this is after I've learned how to better control it: use layers of clothes so you can undress if necessary and alleviate yourself; wet parts of your body with cold water (this works best and is immediate relief). Sadly I've had to start living my outside life more during the dusk/night because of this, especially with our summers easily reaching 45 degrees celsius. Sorry for the wall of text, just wanted to get my experience out, that I found so hard to find info on. I do still feel very happy being on T, and it's been a year now.

[@user-10021]

Jo Dias I have the same thing, I always just felt like my sweat was more aggressive because of the terrible itching

[@drummerstarboy]

OMG I've definitely experienced this a few times!

[@carlena4300]

Toe hair is a sign of good circulation!

[@lisalentile177]

Really I have toe hair I have poor circulation I'm loaded with hair I hate it

[@midorimo2598]

Your face looks really filled out and angular with the beard back, I'd never noticed before. You look great!

[@myrkflinn4331]

Im mostly scared of my insides failing in a bad way cos of t or the check. I never had it before and refus cos of many reasons. Im pre t yet very scared. Ths holds me back to try it

[@kainovember]

My dad is balding so like what if I end up going in T and then get bald 😳 I like hair, hair is life, frack

[@hayden715]

Nah. You get it off your mom's side. Look at your uncles and grandfathers from that side. If they're bald, you may be bald.

[@kainovember]

@@hayden715 ohhh

[@kainovember]

@@hayden715 they're just grey Frick yes

[@hayden715]

@@kainovember Lol. Lucky you. All my sides are bald as hell! 😅

[@emperor_elkcip4260]

I'm not even 3 weeks on T yet and my voice has already dropped a tiny bit and I've been waking up in a sweat every morning i guess just cuz im sweatier idk. But even the bad things, i actually like that they happen because it makes me feel like the right hormones are inside me. I'm definitely having some mood swings, but I was already expecting that because I have a mood disorder, and when i went through puberty the first time, it was really bad. But so far, I am overall happier, even if i havent really noticed any changes yet. I actually have noticed that i have facial hair, but its basically just peach fuzz. But if you look really close its like a full beard and mustache, its just really light and soft lol. I've ALWAYS wanted a mustache, i used to talk about it when i was a little kid so im excited :D

[@kamerontrumbo4457]

I now have hair, hair, everywhere! haha Although.....On my head my hairline is receding and my skin is oily being 2 years on T!

[@adamoliver1736]

I'm pre T and about to start and qpp% concerned I'm gonna end up bald like my dad since my hair is already so horribly thin

[@sal1699]

hey adam, did you go bald or something its been 4 years

[@wrenbyrd1093]

Lol! I'm pre-T and have a lot of long, dark toe hair! I was surprised when the endocrinologist didn't find high levels of testosterone in my body as some kind of hormonal disorder. I'm weird I guess. At least unwanted hair can be removed even though it's a pain.

[@txbritgal72]

I know this is an ignorant question... But will u have to take T for the rest of your life? Also...I know American trans celeb Jazz Jennings had estrogen implant... Is there a Time version of the implant? Love, love, love watching u and Shaba....I always look forward to watch of your new videos. Hope you're having a great weekend!!! 🤩🤩🤩

[@lukassimontm3546]

If you had your ovaries removed, you have to take testosterone for the rest of your life. Without either estrogene or testosterone you would experience health problems like loss of bone density (and therefore increased risk of breaking them), depression and many more. If one keeps the ovaries, it would be possible to stop T. Some changes would mostly stay the same like the voice. Others would change like less facial and body hair, fat redestribution. There will be implants for guys (or they already exist as by now, not sure how far along they are in the process). I don't consider using them as you would have to have three cuts every six month so over the years it becomes quite some scarring and all in the same area. Plus you can't really tell how your body copes with implants. I am fine with testo gel.

[@karivanpelt1035]

What if you're an already really hairy person before starting testosterone?

[@neptuneboy19]

Same question

[@nonloso.]

i'm pret t y sure that unless you have the exact same amount of hair as a cis man, you'll just grow a little more body hair so that you have around the same amount as if you were cis. but if you had the same amount, you probably had more T in your system already and so it may make you hairier than average, which isnt necessarily a bad thing ofc. i've been told by many people i have more body hair than they've seen a cis guy with, but i'm starting T in a little less than two days, so i'll make sure to edit this eventually if i'm wrong

[@tubecontributor3206]

Important- the reference to cancer relates to not having a hysterectomy while on T. Not proven. One thing not mentioned is blood clots-that is more likely with injectable where you are shooting once a week or once every two weeks vs. gels (gels don't give you the changes you need early on though). If you are going to transition, responsible docs will make sure you stop smoking, are not overweight and don't have a drinking or drug habit.

[@tylerashton9702]

Thanks Jamie! Love you

[@davianlafountain9032]

I am pre-T but I have toe/ finger hair Plus a hearty amount of thicker arm hair Am I am lucky to have thick dark eyebrows But I have a question ... how will it distribute fat and how big will my downstairs get without bottom surgery

[@hayden715]

Fat redistribution will cause you to have a more masculine body. Your bottom growth depends on you. Everyone is slightly different.

[@davianlafountain9032]

Hayden's Random Vids thank you i have been drinking green tea and it definitely made a difference in my T levels

[@hayden715]

@@davianlafountain9032 That's great! Hope it goes well.

[@morgangreen9908]

I swear to god i predicted this video today. I was literally thinking that you haven't made a video about the little negatives of testosterone yet. I feel so psychic right now lol

[@cindysemblante4411]

Jamue you are amazing and very brave. Thank you for your openess

[@oxenfree6192]

Jamie, could you also make a video about the predominance of pelvic pain in trans men? I'm not even a year on T yet and I am having persistent cramping due to T, as well as painful ovulation. It's worse after having sex. This happens to a lot of transmen (something like 1 in 5 at least) and transmen are often reluctant to talk about it.