Doctor Visit what to wear

[LIKETODRESS2]

I am looking for a new doctor dont like the one I have now as I have not even been there in probley 6 years my problem is I only own panties I dont even own male stufff any more. DO i wast my money and buy THAT MALE CRAP) for one visit or do I brave it and ware what I have. I aslo want to go to a female doctore insted of a male doctor any one have any suggtions

[Lorileah]

nope, your doctor should not care what you wear on the outside, they should only be interested in what you are like inside. I usually wear my cutest panties

[BiancaEstrella]

When you schedule your visit with a primary care physician, tell them of your request. They don't need to know why. If it's something you want to talk about with that PCP, you do so during the visit.

[Karren H]

The obvious solutiuon..... just go comando!! Lol. Personally I don't care what I wear but what I don't want I what I'm wearing to distract the doctor from addressing the reason I'm there... My health is more important than what ever I am or am not wearing...

[flatlander_48]

A few years back, my wife convinced me to go with her to her chiropractor appointment. I hemmed and hawed, but I finally went. I was having some back distress and my wife thought her doctor could help me. However, I forgot the I was wearing lavender panties until the doctor told me to get up on the table face down and undo my belt and pants at the waist. He never missed a beat and continued with his treatments. After about 15 minutes his receptionist and helper walked in. He immediately pulled the back of my pants up a couple of inches to make sure that everything was covered. My guess is that this wasn't his first trip to the rodeo. Sadly, he passed away this past winter...

[sissystephanie]

The only time that I don't wear panties to my doctors office is if my daughter is with me. She is a registered Nurse so will accompany me right into the doctors office. She knows that I am a CD, but doesn't want to see what I wear. The doctor also knows that I am a CD. Most health people don't care about your clothing!

[kimdl93]

Just echoing the advice of others. Wear what you like.

[Cynthia Anne]

I agree with Kim! My last visit I wore a dress! Hugs!

[sometimes_miss]

Lots of physicians will have no problem with your gender, shall we say, differences, but lots of them also will, and you won't know who until it's too late. Best to either: 1. wait for a referral from someone here or if there's a CD support group near you, ask them, or 2. just stop thinking about it as 'male crap' and wear it when you have to, to avoid making your life any more complicated. I don't like wearing male clothing either; I do it so the rest of my life goes with as little confrontations as possible. I know that there are many people that just live for getting up in people's faces, and love debate and drama. I don't. BTW, there are plenty of female doctors that will think you're bizarre just like there are male ones (I'm in 'the industry', and get to hear what doctors think about their patients first hand). Being female doesn't necessarily make them more receptive to the idea of a male in girl's clothing being normal. Ask any guy here who's wife wasn't particularly thrilled with the idea of him being 'girly'. I think of my male clothing just as any other 'uniform' that people have to wear for work. It's not my choice, it represents my employer. When I go home, I get to dress the way I want to. Perhaps think of male clothing that way, as a uniform that you sometimes need to wear for particular chores, such as oh, a deep diving suit would be needed to go deep underwater. It doesn't define who you are; it defines simply what you need to do for the appropriate occasion, no less, no more.

[StephanieC]

Do you even disrobe anymore for a doctor's visit? I haven't had to do that for my annual physicals for the last 4-5 years. They lift up the top if necessary, poke into ears, nose, mouth etc.

Unless you have a problem that involved your lower portion, I don't think you need to worry

-stephani

[namewitheld33]

I would encourage you to listen to your inner voice. That being said, I also realize that it takes some courage which I probably don't have at the moment. But have faith in yourself and I think everything will turn out to be fine. I think most people don't care about these things too much these days, people are open minded than they used to be.
Cheers, Shikha.

[Laura912]

So you wear panties to the doctor. Do not disrobe in front of the nurse regardless of what he or she says. When the physician comes in, if he or she asks you, take everything off. If the doctor keeps on going, you have a new physician. If the panties are a stumbling block, go to another physician. You can count this as a medical opinion as well. :D

[Michelle01]

I had a cold and the doctor's office took me right away. I forgot I was wearing a cute pair of VS string bikinis. I have a young female doctor and I'm sure she saw them from the back while examining me (the waistband has Victoria's Secret embossed all the way around). She just smiled at me and didn't miss a beat.

Don't know that I'd wear something too sexy and lacy. A pair of conservative panties shouldn't be an issue.

[PretzelGirl]

If you are worried about what the doctor might say and you have the nerve for it, just ask on the first visit. Say how you feel inside and gauge his reaction. That puts it out of the way quick and will end your worrying. It is good to know a doctor is looking out for you and if you don't get a bad reaction, then you are gold. The alternates are to keep going in your existing underwear and see what happens or start scanning Michael Jordan advertisements.

[BobbieBrooks]

Well went for my DOT physical for work and had on black panties. Forgot about DR appointment what was done. Had on socks (covering my red toes!) and hospital gown. After all else was checked out it was stand up , drop those drawers and lets check for hernia . NO problems and the DR was a he. And was a DR I had never seen before. LOL

BobbieB

[Lorileah]

Lots of physicians will have no problem with your gender, shall we say, differences, but lots of them also will, and you won't know who until it's too late.
and if they have a problem you just get a new physician, it isn't like there is a dearth of doctors out there. They should never have their personal feelings become part of your medical care, that isn't what they get paid for. Any doctor that does have an issue with your personal life should be reported to the medical board. They should only be involved in what is a medical issue. Morality is left to the theologists. Mental health is for the psychologists. Your underwear is your personal preference.


Do not disrobe in front of the nurse regardless of what he or she says.

Huh? I have never had any medical person watch me undress (not since my Army physical and if I had known then that panties would have got me out....). But my Doctor's nurse has always directed to what level of undress I need to be in before the Dr. shows up (and there is always a gown). The statement above is true as stated, you should not undress in front of a medical person. I would expect that even a doctor would leave the room or put you behind a curtain to undress. It is just professional and it is etiquette. I have found it is difficult to check prostates and hernias when you are dressed.

Think this way, does it matter if you wear boxers or briefs? White or colors? Spongebob Squarepants? Lace or cotton? Longjohns? Union suit? Commando (like Karren said). None of these things is pertinent to your physical health (even think T-shirt vs button down shirt). If your doctor has an issue with how you dress THEY need to remove themselves from you. They have a job, they are not there to preach your ethics or morality. Even if you said you liked having unprotected sex (smoking, eat fatty foods, high salt, skydive without a parachute, drive 100mph without seat belts) , they should only suggest you think it over and be careful. It isn't their call to tell you how to live, they are there to support and help direct. If you want to share that you are TG, that is your call too. They may ask questions they believe are pertinent to that (such as your sexual proclivity, do you believe you are TS, is it an issue with you?).

Once again I see that I must live a lucky life. If my doctor preached at me on morality or lifestyle, they would be my EX doctor.

[sterling12]

Do you own anything that's white, and plain, and cotton? If you do, the odds are very high that they wouldn't even notice, even if said undies lacked a fly. If you insist on wearing black and frilly, they might notice, but they wouldn't care, and they certainly would not comment!

Unless your being checked for a venereal disease, prostatitis, hemorrhoids, or a rupture/hernia, can't even imagine why they would need to see what you are wearing around your genitals. Normally if they are going to be looking at your Bod that closely, they have you wear a gown, and usually sans underwear.

I suspect that your trip to your new Doc is going to be pretty undramatic, at least as far as your concerns go. The fact that you haven't been checked for six years might be another matter. That's a long time with no medical attention, and things can get very screwed up. Rather than worry about your underwear, be concerned about your health. That, is what's important!

Peace and Love, Joanie

[Nicole Erin]

Just wear some crotchless panties and if you have to strip down, tell the doctor you like the sound of rubber gloves snapping. That should be fun

[Babeba]

Out of curiosity, why does it matter to you whether your doctor is male or female?

[Eryn]

Well, you could compromise. Wear boyshorts! :)

Seriously, a lot of panties look remarkably like men's fashion underwear. I have some Vanity Fair hiphuggers in dark gray that could easily have been sold on the men's side of the aisle as men's bikinis. Comfy too!

[Jilmac]

I'm a veteran and my health provider is the VA. All I own are panties and wear them to my appointments. Nobody at the VA seems to care what I' wear under my clothes and I don't think your doctor would either.

[ImAlexis]

Do you even disrobe anymore for a doctor's visit? I haven't had to do that for my annual physicals for the last 4-5 years. They lift up the top if necessary, poke into ears, nose, mouth etc.

Unless you have a problem that involved your lower portion, I don't think you need to worry

-stephani


There's a few things to consider. First off, any regular physical should include an abdominal exam (look, listen, tap (percuss), feel (palpate)). Poke and prod down there and things becomes visible depending on the angles involved.

Next, remember that disease cares about the factory installed equipment. The TG man who gave birth a couple of times a few years ago? Yep, nothing special as he still had the original equipment in place (any TG men reading this, you need an OB/Gyn until they're removed. Cervical cancer cares about the presence of a cervix, not what your gender is). If you have a prostate, you should expect (demand) a prostate exam after a certain age. Any major GI problems and then some, expect a rectal exam (a large part is to check for blood that can't be seen by the naked eye ("occult blood"), which can be done in office). This isn't limited to just lower GI issues as stomach issues such as ulcers can lead to bleeding.


Maybe it's because I'm still a student , but I don't really tend to notice what exactly my patient is wearing. Of course most of the time they're wearing nothing under the gown (inpatient setting) anyways, but I'm more concerned about getting what I need to get than what's being worn.

[LIKETODRESS2]

Out of curiosity, why does it matter to you whether your doctor is male or female?

I would hope that a female doctor might be more accepting

[Lorileah]

I would hope that a female doctor might be more accepting

they certainly have smaller hands. I don't know if they are more accepting, have you read the stories about SO's here? Since every person that has done any of my medical care have been female and not one has ever said anything bad (in fact they find it interesting almost to the point where I feel self conscious but I love the attention).

[Lorenqt]

Just wear some crotchless panties and if you have to strip down, tell the doctor you like the sound of rubber gloves snapping. That should be fun

:thumbsup: As far as what to wear my only question: Is he cute?:daydreaming::battingeyelashes:

[Babeba]

I would hope that a female doctor might be more accepting

Maybe I am being naive and idealistic (it happens sometimes) but part of them being a professional is accePting/ignoring that stuff.

[Beverley Sims]

Just buy a pair of male undies and grin and bear it.
Especially if you don't want to come out to the doctor.
Saves all this indecision.:)

[Mollyanne]

Your doctor has probably seen more then you realize!!!!!! If you feel really "stressed out" about it go Commando!!!!!!

Molly

[Dusty815]

I went to the doctor last week for a physical, I wore some old sexy "guy" undies I still had but my toes were bright pink. I was told to strip down to undies which I did but I left my socks on. Doctor told me to drop undies and checked for hernia (I am totally shaved) and did prostate exam and said everything was good. He checked my legs and ankles but I never did have to take my socks off.

[Annie D]

I have been going to the same physician for over 4 years now and have regular appointments at least every 3 months. On my first visit I wore light make up (powder, eye shadow/mascara and a light pink lipstick), small hoop earrings (double), a conservative blouse, women's jeans and a pair of clogs. On every visit since the initial one I have worn a casual skirt and matching top, in other words completely dressed as Annie. Although the support staff may have changed over the years, I am accepted by everyone and treated very well. On my last visit, my Doctor remarked that everyone recognized that I truly had fun presenting as a female and that everyone looked forward to see what attractive outfit I would be wearing this time. We enjoy our conversation about transgender and crossdressing and sharing a good laugh occasionally. We attend the same Catholic Church and she asked that if I see her at church to make sure to introduce myself as she would not recognize my dressed in any way other than as Annie.

Relax, wear what you want and have a good time with your visit because going to the doctor is usually serious business.

[jillleanne]

The doc's couldn't care less what you wear. I was tomine recently for some pre-op day surgery, and he saw my hairless body, painted toes and toe ring and never flinched.

[Cheryl T]

Wear your panties.
A few years ago I had a test done, came home and painted my toes for a party the next evening and then was notified I had to come in right away for a consultation.
I went in an hour later thinking we'd just discuss the test and the nurse tells me to take my shoes and socks off. Well I objected and wanted to see the Dr. When he came in I told him about the polish and that I'd prefer the women not see and he said "that's your business, not mine"...shut the door and said "take them off now please".
He did the exam he needed to do and I put them back on.

Your Dr should not care what you are wearing.

[JenniferR771]

My doctor knows, I cd. Wife told him (she wanted to get me cured with psychology). And his nurse knows. I told her. And doctor's wife, the front office manager. I told her. Showed them pictures.
But still I have not yet worn panties for an exam.

[SweetNikki]

Just came back from the doctors

Was underdressed & have bin in the last 3 appointments just decided if they ask i will tell them but haven't so far..

[EllieOPKS]

I have gone to the same doc for years. About 4 years ago, my wife asked that I shave below as she has done for a long time. I said why not. Went for a physical, and the doc didn't even comment. But for the love of Pete, just buy ONE pair of Joe Boxers and use them ONLY for going to the doc. They should last you at least 50 years and you have zero stress.
BTW, you might keep them in your car in the event you have an accident and need to go to the emergency room. Oh wait....You only net clean undies on, never mind.

[Carlene]

sometimes_miss.................I really like your unique slant on mens clothing..............I'll try to remember that when necessary........thank you

[SandieAE]

I went to the dentist last week wearing my girlie shoes and nylons. No one even batted an eye although I am sure both the hygienist and the dentist couldn't help but notice them as I was sitting in the chair for well over an hour.

[Jamie001]

What you wear to the doctor doesn't matter. It is not their job to critique how you are dressed and your fashion style. Folks that are covered in tattoos visit the doctor and I will bet that they don't remove the tattoos before going to the doctor. It is really no different regarding underwear, nail polish, etc...

[Voulez-Vous]

I am looking for a new doctor dont like the one I have now as I have not even been there in probley 6 years my problem is I only own panties I dont even own male stufff any more. DO i wast my money and buy THAT MALE CRAP) for one visit or do I brave it and ware what I have. I aslo want to go to a female doctore insted of a male doctor any one have any suggtions

If you feel like you need to ask the question here, I think you already know what the common sense answer is.

[Alice B]

Like you I only wear apnties and my toews are also painted. My doctor said nothing about it the first time it was exposed, so to say. I openly told him I am a cross dresser and he was and is totally fine with it. This was 3 years ago and I see him on a regular schedule. Don't worry about it.

[jayme357]

I have been visiting the same doctor for some 20 years. He has become a friend helped by the fact that we both played lacrosse in college and both ski. The last time I visited I thought I would take a modest chance and wore a leopard print bikini. As he started the exam he snapped the elastic and commented that they were cool panties. No way to know if he thought they were ladies or not but at least for me it was a bit of a kick.

[Voulez-Vous]

I openly told him I am a cross dresser and he was and is totally fine with it.

I'm not trying to be a smartass, but I'd like to ask - what was the point of telling him? What reason would he have to not be fine with it? Unless it involves you taking hormones (which I'm assuming you're not) what business is it of his?
Did you get something out of telling him?

[Lorileah]

what was the point of telling him?

First when I told my doctor, it was kind of a segue way to her saying "Cute toe nails". But consider this, even if we are not going to transition (which most here won't) being upfront with your doctor is always a good idea. When I talked with my doctor she was concerned about collateral things with crossdressing (or in my case really being a not going to do anything at this age TS). This year when she changed my medication one of her concerns was that I didn't gain weight so I would not have to get a new wardrobe. While she states that how I dress is not an issue with my health she also realizes that it is me and it does have an effect on my well being. Maybe I like my doctor better than you like yours.

[Eryn]

I would hope that a female doctor might be more acceptingMaybe I am being naive and idealistic (it happens sometimes) but part of them being a professional is accePting/ignoring that stuff.

Sometimes logic has little to do with one's comfort level. Some GGs express gender preferences in their selection of Ob-Gyn and other physicians even though in an ideal world all the doctors would be equally qualified. Males, including CDers are no different.

[lingerieLiz]

Well, I had a doctor who knew I wore panties need to reach between my manhood and leg to work on me. She slid her hand under my panties to do it. It was hard to relax.

[LIKETODRESS2]

Thanks everyone for you helping me out . All your imput is helping me a lot . I think it time to pull up my panties and just do it . il have to let you all know how it went Now should i wear a matching bra as well just kidding

[DMichele]

"Do you own anything that's white, and plain, and cotton? If you do, the odds are very high that they wouldn't even notice, even if said undies lacked a fly"... this is my approach. I do not own any male underwear. I have an annual physical at my personal doctor, whom requires that I undress down to my 'Jockey for Her' panties - white or some masculine color (e.g. blue or grey).

I recently changed jobs, and I had to have a pre-employment physical the required stripping down to panties. No issues with either doctor. Perhaps in the future I too will display polished toes :).

[LIKETODRESS2]

"Do you own anything that's white, and plain, and cotton? If you do, the odds are very high that they wouldn't even notice, even if said undies lacked a fly"... this is my approach. I do not own any male underwear. I have an annual physical at my personal doctor, whom requires that I undress down to my 'Jockey for Her' panties - white or some masculine color (e.g. blue or grey).

I recently changed jobs, and I had to have a pre-employment physical the required stripping down to panties. No issues with either doctor. Perhaps in the future I too will display polished toes :).

I do not own anything that is really palin . Nothing white pnk red thongs string bikinis You can tell that they are panties the most plain pair i have is a pair of VS cottont but thys say the name on them.
BUt Like i said in my last post i pull up my big girl panteis and just go

[Diane Smith]

I used to be self conscious visiting the doctor, but have almost completely lost that emotion since spending nine days in the hospital -- where everyone could see everything -- about eleven years ago. My female PCP knows I dress and also have numerous piercings and tattoos, and aside from issues directly relating to my health (I am on warfarin and need to be careful about anything that could cause bleeding), she is totally cool with all of it. A few weeks ago, I had an issue that required seeing several new doctors, nurses and technicians, and I didn't change out my jewelry, underwear or nail polish for any of them -- no reactions.

It is really not a big issue with any ethical providers, unless you make it one.

- Diane

[Starr]

i go to see my Doc about once or twice a year for check ups... about 3 years ago i was have an problem with a rash on my legs and ask the Doc about it.. He looked at the spots on my legs and checked them. rub my legs and ask do you shave your legs, to which i answered "yes".. and explained i had been doing it for many years. The way he ask said he was thinking the shaving my have had a hand in the rash so i let him know that was not it.
The last time i went i wore a black blouse, black ladies jeans, and panties.. and tennis shoes.. carried my fanny pack so i had a place to put things.. nothing what so ever was said by the Doc or the nurses i met with.
That being said..."wear what you want"

jamie