How should I prepare for masculinizing genital surgery?

In preparing for masculinizing genital surgery, you may be asked to:

• Get lab testing or a medical evaluation
• Provide two letters of recommendation from two mental health professionals
• Take certain medications or adjust your current medications
• Stop smoking
• Avoid taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs and herbal supplements as they can increase bleeding

Transmasculine bottom surgery is typically performed in a hospital setting and will likely use general anesthesia. Some follow-up procedures may be performed on an outpatient basis, and often multiple procedures are required until the final stage. These decisions will be based on the requirements of your specific procedure and in consideration of your preferences and your doctor's best judgment.