EKG

[Moobzie]

For members who may be nervous about being "exposed" during medical visits, relax.

Had an EKG during one of my checkups. Was wearing a pull-over (or step-in-to) bra that shapes but doesn't show straps / lines.  Wasn't expecting the EKG, and when my shirt was off the nurse (a new one for me) saw my bra.  I told her, "I have gynecomastia" and she replied "No worries".  Totally accepting, and even nonchalant.  Kind of hard to miss the fact that I have boobs and need a bra anyway.  And gyno is not uncommon, and though most guys probably don't wear a bra to appointments it's not a big deal.

[Justagirl💃]

For members who may be nervous about being "exposed" during medical visits, relax.

Had an EKG during one of my checkups. Was wearing a pull-over (or step-in-to) bra that shapes but doesn't show straps / lines.  Wasn't expecting the EKG, and when my shirt was off the nurse (a new one for me) saw my bra.  I told her, "I have gynecomastia" and she replied "No worries".  Totally accepting, and even nonchalant.  Kind of hard to miss the fact that I have boobs and need a bra anyway.  And gyno is not uncommon, and though most guys probably don't wear a bra to appointments it's not a big deal.

When I was still in 'boy-mode' I went to my appointments in a bra as well. Nothing was ever said. Just the fact that you 'need' a bra will be noticed regardless. 

Of course now in 'girl-mode' I would look out of place without a bra on.

[Sophie]

I remember being 13 years old and going with my mother to a doctor's appointment for me concerning my gynecomastia. She had told me that I should, not that I had to, but should wear a bra because that was what I was being seen for. I remember being nervous, but I wore a bra anyway because I was more comfortable wearing one. It was the first time other than my mother and sister that anyone had seen me wearing a bra. 

It's humorous looking back because it's expected that I wear a bra now. The only thing that has changed (that people can see 😉) is my longer hair and makeup and a skirt with different shoes. I still wear a few of the same bras that I wore when I was still pretending to be a man!

❤️Sophie❤️

[Busty]

Medical personnel have most likely seen it all. And even if they haven’t seen our particular situation, they are taught how to act.

[Johndoe1]

Medical personnel have most likely seen it all. And even if they haven’t seen our particular situation, they are taught how to act.

I have found this to be quite true. A year ago I was hospitalized for a couple of days and some of the tests involved my heart. In all cases my chest was covered and the cover only removed, by my permission, when the test dictated it. One test was a sonogram done completely under a sheet by a male technician. As he moved the probe around my chest, it was very obvious he kept running into the girls. I soon realized he was treating my bust as he would a woman. Careful not to let his gloved hands touch my bust but to allow the probe contact only and to shoot the pictures around my breasts. I didn't ask for this, but was extended this courtesy on sight alone. I very much appreciated the modesty afforded me. While the tech didn't know my gender orientation, he sided as if I identified feminine and just another day at the office for him.

[Evolver]

It's not just boobs and bras. A couple of months ago I met with a urologist to discuss an upcoming procedure. What I didn't expect was to be told to drop my pants so that he could determine that my skin was in good condition and that there were no cuts or nicks from grooming etc. that might be prone to infection. Yes, I was wearing panties.

No problem.

[42CSurprise!]

Heartening to read... it is often our own shame that causes the most problems for us.  Learning acceptance AND being met respectfully by health care professionals can make a huge difference in our well being.  Good luck with the hip replacement.

[Sophie]

Health care professionals, at least the true professionals will understand and treat you with respect. 

I can speak for our Health care professionals at the Breast Care Center. They really do get to see it all. We have women, who unfortunately no longer have breasts of there own or may end up having a mastectomy. We have men who have breasts and wear a bra when they come in for their mammogram or ultrasound and breast examination. We have transgendered men and women who also need specific breast care.

People who have breasts need breast care regardless of what they are wearing or what is between or not between their legs. 

♥️Sophie♥️

[HeldUp]

I walked out feeling good about myself because of the fact that the doctor and nurse had genuine concern about my health including breast health.

What an excellent experience. It's always good to feel good about the care you're receiving. By the by, is your new doctor an MD or a DO?

[oldguy]

I just had an EKG in preparation for my second knee replacement.  While I was not entirely flat, the technician lifted my breasts to place the connectors under my breasts and on my rib cage.  Didn't way a word.

[oldguy]

My nurse did that to me also. I was a little startled by it. But it is what it is. Has to be done.
I have large 24/7 hard nipples. That was embarrassing for me with my breast exam and the EKG. Doctor feeling them and the nurse brushing them with her hand hooking me up was a little terrifying for me.
I am really self conscious about them.

I had a young woman do my EKG.  Only took 10 minutes.  No issue.  

[Johndoe1]

My nurse did that to me also. I was a little startled by it. But it is what it is. Has to be done.
I have large 24/7 hard nipples. That was embarrassing for me with my breast exam and the EKG. Doctor feeling them and the nurse brushing them with her hand hooking me up was a little terrifying for me.
I am really self conscious about them.

The first breast exam I ever had felt very strange to have my breasts "handled". Luckily it was a female doctor who performed the exam. She didn't even give me a second glance. And to her it was just another day at the office.

[Sophie]

Obviously, most of our patients at the Breast Care Center are women. We do however, have male patients as well. 

Don't get me wrong, we do maintain our patient's confidentiality. I am good friends with a radiology tech who perform ultrasounds and mammograms. She knows my whole story, who I was and who I am. She has assured me that I was not the only man who benefited from a bra ( she also qualified that by saying that I make a better woman 😌). She says that some men come in wearing a bra and some women come in braless. She isn't phased in the least by either one. As a matter of fact, she has done my mammograms when I still presented as a man and now as myself. And yes....I DO proudly wear my bra to my appointments 😁 and  I don't judge other women who don't. 

♥️Sophie♥️

[Justagirl💃]

Obviously, most of our patients at the Breast Care Center are women. We do however, have male patients as well.

Don't get me wrong, we do maintain our patient's confidentiality. I am good friends with a radiology tech who perform ultrasounds and mammograms. She knows my whole story, who I was and who I am. She has assured me that I was not the only man who benefited from a bra ( she also qualified that by saying that I make a better woman 😌). She says that some men come in wearing a bra and some women come in braless. She isn't phased in the least by either one. As a matter of fact, she has done my mammograms when I still presented as a man and now as myself. And yes....I DO proudly wear my bra to my appointments 😁 and  I don't judge other women who don't.

♥️Sophie♥️

I have been in for mammograms every year since 1989 (after breast cancer). 
I ''needed' a bra all those years but chose not to wear one until just about two years ago. 
Nothing is ever said one way or the other, and the tech will just do her job. 
I see my GP every 6 months, and he does a breast exam as well. He will just pull my breasts out of the cups and prod & press. Again nothing is ever said. 

[Parity]

That's good to hear, Sophie and Birdie.  I have had many exams and all are very professional.  Lead hookups to several ultra sounds of my male bits.  I only had one rude comment once while in a bed in a hospital hall from some sensitivity deprived staff.  He asked what happened to you? As he walked past not looking at the orders or waiting for an answer.  Just shook his head and walked by.  I was on a bed topless, I wasn't quite as big as I am now, however, I had radiation burns and my hair was falling out from all the treatments.  I thought he was the boob.