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-====== HRT ======
 HRT, Hormone Replacement therapy is the process of taking hormones.
 You do not have to take HRT to be trans, and not all trans men/women take HRT.  It is very important to figure out who you are and what your transition goals are before considering HRT as some the effects of HRT are permeant.
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 If you do choose to DIY, it is generally advised to keep it simple and stick to minimum dosages and avoid a blocker.
 Blockers generally add extra possible contraindications and can have some serious side effects, also if your blood levels are wrong they can cause you to essentially go through menopause.  They can make you transition slightly faster, but if you are DIYing it is better to avoid blockers in order to reduce your risk.
-Oestrogen wise, its generally advised to stick to the minimum dosage, i.e something like 2mg progynova.  Remember its not a race, safety always comes first!
+Oestrogen wise, its generally advised to stick to the minimum dosage, i.e something like 2mg progynova.
+Birth control is very different to HRT used by trans women, birth control pills should be avoided as it can cause quite a few health problems for trans women.
+Remember its not a race, safety always comes first!