What is female-to-male gender reassignment surgery like?

To undergo gender reassignment surgery from female to male, surgeons remove the breasts, ovaries, and uterus, and then create a penis.

Female-to-male gender reassignment surgery is the final step in treating "male gender identity disorder," involving the removal of breasts and the creation of male genitalia. The technology for female-to-male gender reassignment surgery is rapidly developing. However, the surgeon performing the procedure needs to be highly skilled and experienced.

For female patients with gender identity disorder (GID) who wish to undergo gender reassignment surgery, several certificates from a psychologist are required. These certificates permitting surgery are only signed after doctors agree that female-to-male gender reassignment is the best treatment option. The patient has survived.such as men who have been continuously receiving male hormone injections for a year or longer.

The process of female-to-male gender reassignment surgery:
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According to Dr. Nguyen Dong Hung, from the Department of Urogenital Surgery at Military Hospital 103, the female-to-male gender reassignment surgery process goes through three stages.Before undergoing conversion surgery, patients need to...A general health check-up is required to ensure the patient is in good health, and if the patient has any medical conditions, treatment must be initiated before surgery. The patient must also stop taking medication.Hormone therapy is required two weeks before surgery. Smoking is also prohibited for at least three months, as complete smoking cessation is necessary during female-to-male transition phases 2 and 3.

Additionally, if the patient is taking any medication, including dietary supplements, please inform the doctor. If the medication is unsuitable, the doctor will instruct the patient to stop using it. Do not eat or drink for at least 6 hours before surgery.
Patients also need to stay in the hospital for at least one to two days before surgery for preparation such as health checks, bowel cleansing, and blood preparation before the operation.

Gender transition is a major surgery that affects one's life afterward. Patients need to be thoroughly prepared psychologically and physically before deciding to change themselves.

According to statistics, Vietnam has approximately 270,000-300,000 people who wish to undergo gender reassignment surgery. The use of hormones affects the health of users, potentially causing illness or reducing life expectancy.

According to VNE