What is ts (Transsexualism)

The Physical symptoms of transsexualism in males

1)  reproductive organs that are incongruent with the male  identity

 2) menstruation- bleeding and hormone imbalance

 3) impaired phallus functionality 

4) gynaecomastica

5) hypogonadism

If untreated males with this condition can frequently experience depression and extreme personal discomfort.    

Self (or Sex) Affirmation Procedures are the only effective and recommended treatment for this condition.

Males who experience transsexualism may benefit from the assistance of a competent mental health professional in dealing with the trauma associated with the condition. 

 The role of the general practitioner is vital as the primary care giver, this condition should not be treated in isolation from the other health issues that are relevant in any individuals life. (holistic health care)

 Regular blood tests and health checks  should be encouraged.

 Health research is required to  improve  reconstructive phalloplasty and knowledge of health professionals regarding  the treatment of Hormone imbalance.

 Greater awareness of the condition and the correct treatment  is required by health professionals.

 Early diagnosis is imperative to reduce the trauma which is experienced when there is a  lack of treatment and to enable the best health outcome for the individual.

 Effective treatment during adolescent is a long term goal.

recognition of this serious condition by the medical professionals and Health services with appropriate medical rebates.

Including prosthetic rebates

It must be recognised that genital appearance at birth, gonads and chromosomes are not the determinants of an individuals sex.  In most people they are congruent with the innate sex however in trassexualism as with a number of other conditions such as congenital adrenal hyperplasia , kleinfelters and androgen insensitivity syndrome. These commonly used predictors of a persons sex are ineffective. 

Men's Australian Network believes that all individuals should be provided with an opportunity to express their sex identity,