Gary's Story

Ethnicity
White British
Age
60-69
Work
Retired
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Geography
South East
Relationship status
Married/In a Civil Partnership

Hormone Therapy (injections)

Tips and advice for any sexual side effects of treatment

Least of your worries really .Theres more than one way to skin a cat

Tips and advice for any physical side effects of treatment

Get your feet up when you can . Still exercise but make sure you get your rest . Drink plenty water . Stay positive. There are always a lot more people worse off. Lastly we’re not in a war we’re in our own battle . Take advice and keep learning

How this treatment impacted my life the most

Hot flushes seem to be worst. Also have been having a lot of pain in ankle that will be seeing doctor about. It’s like a stinging pain and ankle very stiff

If I had to do it all over again, would I choose the same treatment?

Yes

Why did I give this answer?

Doctors have really guided me so far . Only choice I’ve had to make is what hormone tablet to take. Will be starting them when get delivered

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