: The surgical removal of the testicles, which eliminates the need for testosterone blockers.

Recovery from major gender-affirming surgery is a long-term commitment that requires physical and emotional preparation:

: Patients typically stay in the hospital for about a week. The initial recovery period usually lasts 10 to 16 weeks, with full healing taking up to a year.

: Also known as "zero-depth" vaginoplasty, this creates feminine external genitalia (vulva) without a vaginal canal. It is a less complicated procedure with a faster recovery time.