Can children still get gender-affirming medication?
Yes, they most certainly can. If you're in the UK and can no longer get GnRha puberty blockers because of the government ban, you can rest assured that there are other options (like spironolactone and cyproterone for transfeminine and SERMS for transmasculine) available to prevent pubertal changes.
Please see the FAQ for young people and families.
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What do I do if I don’t have blood tests and can’t get them?
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What if I smoke? Will that affect my access to gender-affirming care?
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I purchased a Blood Test Referral Letter but my doctor still refuses to do the tests. What should I do?
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I'm taking other medication. Will that matter?
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