Despite shared battles, significant differences exist between transgender experiences and those of cisgender (non-trans) LGB people.
The post-operative experience often brings about changes in how an individual interacts with the world and views themselves.
: For many transgender individuals, finding a supportive community is crucial, especially post-surgery. This can involve connecting with others who have gone through similar experiences, sharing stories, and finding understanding and acceptance.
: An interesting scientific look at the vaginal microenvironment post-op suggests that the origin of the tissue used (e.g., skin vs. sigmoid colon) significantly defines the colonizing bacteria even years later.
—initially several times a day—to maintain the depth and width of the vaginal canal. Physical Outcomes: