Can I stop taking medication?

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• Do I need to stop taking hormones before I have surgery?

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• I'm traveling & taking medication. Will I need documents?

  It depends on the medication and the destination, but generally, it's better to be on the safe side. Check the laws in the country you're traveling to so you can prepare accordingly. We can provide you with a Travelling with Medication letter, which ...

• What happens if I think I am having side effects from my medication?

  Our Knowledge Base lists the side effects of all the gender-affirming medication so you can immediately see whether the symptoms you're having might be due to the medication you're taking. You can then decide whether to stop or continue. Luckily, ...

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