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dvanzan
4 years ago
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I don't feel like my limbs are mine......

I just turned 18 and I haven't told anybody, but I have always felt like my arms and legs don't belong to me...... Is there a surgeon out there that would surgically remove them for me? I would like to get mechanical prosthetics...

Procedure: Gender Affirmation Surgery
Location: Aberdeen, WA

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Barry Citron
ASPS Surgeon

No. There is not. No surgeon will do what you describe. But all of us would be concerned about why you feel this way. It is an indication of your inner strength that you reached out to us with your deepest concerns. Now it is time to talk about this to your family and friends who you trust. Now is the time to consult with a mental health professional to discuss why you feel this way. Best wishes

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