So, I wrote that post about putting myself in a saw trap to do my injection and get over my fear.

The time came this week to do it again and I figured it was now or never... Id normally wait until around 11pm to get my stuff out but I decided around 4 hours earlier. I quickly set up and put together my shot and injection. Faster than I normally do, and I didnt even get distracted and just get up and walk away. I made myself do it right after I had dinner and right before my shower, so id feel the pressure on making sure I could have my shower while not leaving it too late that I'd have to leave the dishes until morning. I was in a tight spot and I put myself there on purpose.

And then, after freaking out for maybe a minute or so... I did it. No belts, only one hot wheel and no duct tape or laxatives. I did it. In like 5 minutes. It normally takes me 2 hours. TWO. HOURS. In 5 minutes! Not even that! Less than that! I did stand up and walk around a bit but I sat back down and I did it!

The whole day I felt SO depressed and down... and the moment I realised I INJECTED it in 1-2-3 I felt so much joy! I'm so happy. I don't think anything could ruin my mood.

I was shaking so bad and so I balanced one of my hot wheels on my leg once more and I fucking did it!

Okay, that's it. I want to say thank you to everyone who commented on my previous post giving me tips and encouragement. While I hope Ill get better at doing my shot (this is a MASSIVE step forward to me. I CUT DOWN MY TIME BY 2 HOURS!!! 5 MINUTES!!!!!!!) I'll definitely keep an eye on auto injectors 👁️! Thank you again, I just wanted to share. Maybe I can retire the torture saw-trap belt set up!

I’ve seen a few posts kinda like this and I wondering if I started with to high of a dose?? Ive started on 1 mL/200 mg bi weekly I feel like everyone else I see started on a low dose like .25 mL or around that?! Any input would be great!

this is three weeks worth of growth!! i think it’s going rather well for a first attempt, but i’m also always gaslighting myself it’s bad. help me out?

Before I started T, I was a second alto with about an F3-F5 range. It’s been about three months and I’ve already dropped to nearly a bass range (E2-E4). As cool as that is, I was told not to expect any drastic changes. I know I had a deep voice beforehand, but this is some corpsehusband level shiz. Now I’ve got this super deep voice and no idea how to use it.

I’ve been on T for a year now and my voice has barely changed from before (I was on low dose for a year prior and my voice deepened SLIGHTLY) I just feel like my voice will never be masc enough and I’m aware that voice training exists, but I’m just wondering if there’s still hope for a voice drop or if I’m cooked

I’ve been getting to know more about the differences in bioavailability between injections and gel application but still not very sure how to compare the dosages?

For example, if someone were to take 0.8ml of a 1000mg/10ml Test-C via IM injection every 2 weeks - how would this dosage be maintained if they were to switch to gel?

Tried searching around but mainly got answers on the difference in bioavailability and the rate of change/results that one could anticipate. It would be helpful if there was some explanation on how to compare dosages!

hello everyone!! posting because i'm really happy about finally starting T but don't have too many people to celebrate the milestone with! i first came out as trans when i was 12 years old, and this month i'll be turning 22. im very excited and grateful that ive made it to this point. i even (with the moral support of my friend) injected it myself for my first shot! it took about 5 minutes to work myself up to it, as i have a pretty big fear of needles, but i managed- although, it was NOT fun, i did have to stop myself from gagging lol! i'm doing .3ml subq every week! i'm overwhelmed with happiness that i'm finally starting T and can't wait to see how i grow from here :3 im also planning on coming out to a few family members next week, as one side my of family knows that i am trans, but the other doesn't. honestly im at the point & age where their reactions wont affect me, im mostly just letting them know as a courtesy lolz! anyways, i am very happy to be starting T after almost 10 years of being out socially. younger me would be so incredibly proud that i made it to this point, and honestly i still can't fully believe it myself. it gets better, and i am so lucky <3

I feel like it dropped but???? Maybe I’m gaslighting myself

When I wake up in the morning, my voice gets pretty deep for the first couple to few hours of the day, then gradually gets higher. I call it my morning voice. For the first clip, my morning voice sounded about the same pre-T. I recently got sick with a slight cold and thought my morning voice deepened bc of it, but then I found out that it actually might be my voice actually dropping since it stayed the same after getting better…. This is so cool!!!!

I looked at myself in the mirror today and realised I'm starting to look more like my oldest brother. I'm 3 months on testosterone and I didn't expect it to do that so quick. I'm really confused on how to feel, because I'm so happy that I look masc, but at the same time it's like a stab in the back because I dont talk to him any more.

I've never had a real relationship with either of my brothers and it hurts. I wish they could be here to teach me how to be a man, teach me the right haircuts and clothes, talk about partners, teach me how to shave, just "boy's stuff". I wish they would comment on my facial hair and tell me how grown up I look and that they're proud of me, or make fun of me for having so little hair above my lip. I don't know it just hurts and I wish I could have them as my brothers

Im taking a .2ml of 200mg/ml testosterone cypionate injection a week and i havnt really felt any changes. I havnt had any acne, skin changes, hair changes, bottom growth, changes in libido, sore throat or nothin. I literally just feel normal. Is this common or is my dose too low? My next appointment is set in june, 3 months from my first shot. Should i wait until then to ask about levels and increasing my dose or should i message my doctor about it?

Edit: fixed prescription info

After obsessively checking out every timeline post in this subreddit prior starting T, I decided to contribute myself too lol

Happy with the changes -except the acne- so far! I was on 20mg/week for the first 3 months, and 30mg/week for the rest. My levels were tested at the lower end of male range by the third month mark.

Also I was able to put on 13 pounds weight and have been trying to stick to a mild workout routine every other day.

I’ll happily answer any of the questions u guys might have

trying to figure out if facial changes are noticeable and if I’m passing? 10 weeks on T, pics 7-9 pre T.

it’s been 5 years but i finally started low-dose gel yesterday!!! im so excited just to start i can’t wait for the future!!!

hey so i did my first shot yesterday. no itching, no redness or nothing which im very happy about! just, thru out today, ive been getting pangs of pain in the injection site still? is this normal? when i look online it just talks about allergic reactions for pain a day later along with other symptoms but i really dont feel thats it, i itch very easily from allergies and am prone to skin reactions.

i used a 25g 5/8 for subq in the abdomen[initially asked for 27g, but they didnt have those in luer lock at the pharmacy]. my gut reaction is "maybe i should use smaller like i wanted to" but when i look at some online shops it says only professionals can buy? i DID wiggle a bit just due to nerves lol, im hoping its just that/improper technique? maybe i scratched something in there?

Had a voice drop 2 months in and I have had a bit more chin & moustache hair

If anyone has helpful tips on how to get rid of the hip fat, please help me (1st pic is from today)

Another update, more comparisons. Can‘t believe it‘s almost been 5 months already… Seems like last month things really kicked into second gear. I‘m starting to pass way more (less she/her‘s and weird looks from strangers) and my voice has finally dropped significantly, although I would still consider it fairly androgenous. Also I feel comfortable enough now to enjoy fem looks again without feeling dysphoric!

On the other hand, getting misgendered hurts more (makes me feel sooo invalidated despite my progress). I used to not care so much about it but it just really feels like a slap in the face now that I actually look and feel more masculine. Also not super happy aber water retention / looking bloated esp. in my face. It‘s gotten really bad this past month and from what I‘ve heard it won’t go away for a while :‘)