No, phalloplasty will not affect your eligibility for future transmasculine hormone therapy. Hormone therapy and phalloplasty are two separate medical procedures that are not mutually exclusive. You can receive hormone therapy before, during, or after phalloplasty.

Hormone therapy can help to masculinize your body and voice. It can also help to reduce your risk of breast cancer. Phalloplasty is a surgical procedure that can create a penis. It is a complex and expensive procedure, but it can be very successful.

The decision of whether or not to have phalloplasty is a personal one. There is no right or wrong answer, and what is right for one person may not be right for another. It is important to talk to a surgeon and a therapist or counselor to get the information you need to make the best decision for yourself.

If you are considering phalloplasty, it is important to talk to your doctor about your hormone therapy. Your doctor can help you to determine if hormone therapy is right for you and can help you to manage your hormone therapy if you decide to have it.

Here are some additional resources that you may find helpful:

• The World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) website: https://www.wpath.org/
• The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) website: https://www.plasticsurgery.org/
• The Trevor Project: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/

Phalloplasty typically does not directly affect eligibility for future transmasculine hormone therapy. Transmasculine hormone therapy, such as testosterone therapy, is often a separate aspect of gender-affirming care that focuses on achieving desired hormonal changes and masculinizing effects. It involves the administration of testosterone to induce masculinizing changes in the body, including changes in hair growth, voice deepening, and muscle development.

Phalloplasty is a surgical procedure that involves constructing a neophallus, typically using various surgical techniques and potentially incorporating erectile and urinary functionality. While phalloplasty and hormone therapy are distinct components of gender-affirming care, they can complement each other in supporting an individual’s overall gender transition goals.

However, it’s important to note that the decision to undergo hormone therapy or phalloplasty, either individually or in combination, should be made in consultation with a qualified healthcare provider or gender-affirming surgeon. They can assess your individual needs, goals, and medical history to provide personalized recommendations and help you navigate your options.

Additionally, it’s worth considering that hormone therapy may be recommended as a part of the pre-operative or post-operative care for phalloplasty, depending on the specific surgical approach and individual circumstances. Your healthcare provider or surgeon will be able to provide more specific guidance based on your unique situation.