ask a transman anything

[GenMarshall]

I wonder why Transwomen are more common than transmen?

 

[markangeloc]

I have a set of specific questions, and I assume that I'm not violating forum rules by having an academic discussion on the physical details of gender reassignment. (If I am, may I be the first to say that it is ridiculously silly since this isn't a discussion intended to be pornographic or obscene in any way.)

[1.] When did you have your gender reassignment surgery?

[2.] If you did not have the surgery recently, do you wish that you had done it when medical technology has improved the process?

[3.] How are the penis and testicles produced? Are they produced surgically from skin grafts, or is there something like a transplant?

[4.] Do the penis and testicles have sensitivity?

[5.] Are you able to produce semen and ejaculate like naturally-born males?

My final question may seem silly, but I have wondered about this from time to time.

[6.] Has your car insurance changed since you've legally changed your status from female to male? (For those unfamiliar, car insurance companies have utilized statistical data of male and female drivers and have adjusted their rates accordingly.)

Mark, I presume you are in the US, judging from the website you linked for us.
What is the process like in there, who payed for your transformation and was there some requirements other than you just saying that you wanted it?
I presume the hormone treatment starts before surgery, how long before?
Did you have any problems due to the hormone treatment, increased aggressiveness, mood swings, anything like that?
At what point did you get your legal status changed?
I notice from the photos on the website that you used to dress quite feminine, any comment about that?
What is the average age for the op?

I'm guessing, so please correct me if I'm wrong, but the realisation and the decision to go for the op must have developed and matured over a long period. Before it was fully clear in your mind, what did you regard your sexuality to be?

And you look a lot better as a man than you did as a woman

First of all thank you for the compliment, my wife, friends and others, seem to think as well as you, I look better as a man than a female. Yes I am in Hollywood Florida, USA.

There are requirements, you have to follow the Harry benjamin criteria. You must prove without a doubt that you have what they call gender dysphoria. Also be on hormones for a while, live as the gender you are intending to transform to, so that there will be no doubt. I payed for the surgeries out of pocket, the government here is not that nice.

As far as hormone affects, I felt better than ever, as if the right serum was in my blood now. I am happier, do not anger easily,and have a better out look in life. I guess after many years of trying to play the role society dictated me to play, against my will, it is the greatest thing to be who you were intended to be.

After my surgeries, you get an affidavit from the surgeons, which gets all your docs changed.

I was feminine because of my position, I worked for a hospital, had to play the game. Society has all this boxes they want us to fit in. After a while I couldnt play the game no more, I was missearable.

the average age is person specific, there are transsexuals that get the surgery as young as 16, as old as 70. Its all up to the person, the support, and financial abilities.

I have wanted to do this since I was 17, but had no support, no money, and no knowledge of how it could be done. I am glad I did it, I think we need to live our lives based on our happiness, not the happiness of others. This is not a sin or a crime, this is a matter of fixing what mother nature messed up.

As far as my sexuality, I have always been attracted to females. I considered myself a heterosexual man trapped in a female body. Now since my transition and hormonal therapy. I feel comfortable in my skin, so I have had curiosities, which I never had when femaled bodied. Testosterone increases libido tremendously.

Mark Angelo

 

[markangeloc]

I actually think I've seen you before!

You probably have, I have been on numerous TV appearances, national and international. I am a transman on a mission. My mission is to have the world realize that being transsexual is not a sin, a crime, nor is it devaint behavior. We are a by product of nature, hormonal imbalance within our mothers womb at 8 weeks time. Because of this, there are suicides, hate crimes, family break ups and over all bigotry amongst religion groups. All we ask is for respect, to be able to mend our birth defects. To have doctors help us along the. Remember this God created all living creatures, and as one of Gods creation. I stand before the world and plead, please stop hating and start understanding. Open up yours hearts and your minds and realize we are Gods children too.

Mark Angelo Cummings

 

[markangeloc]

Can one tell you're a transman by looking at you on the streets?

If so, what looks do you get?

Not at all. People do not believe me when I tell them I was born femaled bodied. Have you gone on my website? You be the judge.

Mark Angelo

 

[Abaddon]

I always have thought male-->female was the more common change.

Would you agree with this or disagree.. and any thoughts as to why the numbers skew either way?

 

[potatokiosk]

Which theological position do you find to make the most sense: that God made a mistake, that you "played God" and went against his will, or that you were meant to go on this journey, or that you simply exercised your free will?

 

[markangeloc]

Mark, we did one of our English 101 essays about transexuals/homosexuals/bisexuals and the unecessary discrimination and phobia they face, and we did another essay about gender identity construction. I think it is nice that you can be so open about your views and your change. It is all beyond me though, I can not understand why a person would desire to change their sex. Yes, I know it is based upon hormonal concentrations and genetic make-up, but would you say there was any "nurture" involved in your decision at all, even the slightest?

Nutur vs Nature debate. There have been much reseach on this, to the point a child whose circumcision went bad, was made into a female. The theory was you nuture the child as a female, she will be a female. Boy they where wrong. The child fought when he reached puberty. Hence, he transitioned back to being a man. You gender is hard wired in your brain. Pre programmed material. My mom did everything humanly possible to make me a girl. I was so manly and boyish in every way. It took me 39 years to finally fix what was broken, but nothing or anyone could brain wash me to beleive I was a female.

Its all nature..... My opinion..


Mark Angelo

 

[IglooDame]

Would you say that society views transmen and transwomen equally, or do you see differences in perception toward the different (trans)genders?

 

[markangeloc]

I don't know if this is too personal but what the hell:

Is it possible to have children with your wife? Do you have the corrext 'parts' and do they function properly? Sorry if this is personal, I'm just curious.

No can do, do not have semen therefore, cannot produce a little Mark. I would have loved too. But the wife and I are getting old. I am 42, she is 45. We own our own business work lots of hours, wouldnt have time for a little one. Nothing is to personal.

 

[Abaddon]

Mark put your website in your sig so more people will come across it.

 

[Abaddon]

No can do, do not have semen therefore, cannot produce a little Mark. I would have loved too. But the wife and I are getting old. I am 42, she is 45. We own our own business work lots of hours, wouldnt have time for a little one. Nothing is to personal.

Not thought of taking one of your eggs (or nucleus from elsewhere) and your wifes? You could at least have daughters.

 

[markangeloc]

I wonder why Transwomen are more common than transmen?

The actual break down is 50/50. You here more about transwomen than men, because its easier for the transman to hide it.

 

[markangeloc]

I always have thought male-->female was the more common change.

Would you agree with this or disagree.. and any thoughts as to why the numbers skew either way?

There is a tendency due to enviromental toxins and excess estrogen in our environment for female fetal brain dominance recently. There are many reports that and research stating this. But I have also read that there is a 50/50 proportion. Who knows....

 

[markangeloc]

Which theological position do you find to make the most sense: that God made a mistake, that you "played God" and went against his will, or that you were meant to go on this journey, or that you simply exercised your free will?

I do not feel as a mistake, however, I do feel as a deviation from the typical fetal development. I am on a journey, I am not playing God just simply, aligning what was miss aligned. Just like a child born with a cleft palot, spina bifida or any condition that can be repaired. Mine was a condition that I repaired. I am a spritiual man, I was guided by my maker from the very start. Now I share my story to help others, in many ways.

Women and Men are so different, yet so alike. We can help each other out, by understanding each others differences and sameness. I feel I hold many answers to many questions. I want to make a difference in this world.


Mark Angelo

 

[markangeloc]

Would you say that society views transmen and transwomen equally, or do you see differences in perception toward the different (trans)genders?

There is a difference between the transgender community, almost like a political war. Who is right who is wrong. It amazes me that there is turmoil within the community itself. So, as far as society goes, I have seen more acceptance of female to male, than male to female. But I guess that is also person specific. This world and its politics amazes me.


No one can agree on one thing. I have a poem that I placed on You Tube.

If you go on You Tube and search my name Mark Angelo Cummings. You will see me performing my poem. Its called My thoughts.

Mark Angelo

 

[markangeloc]

Not thought of taking one of your eggs (or nucleus from elsewhere) and your wifes? You could at least have daughters.

I have had all my female organs removed. I thought off getting my brother to donate some sperm, or maybe adopting. Who knows, a few years from now, things can change, and we will have more time on our hands to be dedicting parents. I believe, children are precious and require lots of attention, which most parents unfortunetly do not have now a days. I want to be the best dad in the world. So for me to have children, I would not only give them love, money and happiness, but time is important.



Mark Angelo

 

[Abaddon]

A question that was missed...

Where did you and CFC/OT come together?

 

[Atlas14]

Nutur vs Nature debate. There have been much reseach on this, to the point a child whose circumcision went bad, was made into a female. The theory was you nuture the child as a female, she will be a female. Boy they where wrong. The child fought when he reached puberty. Hence, he transitioned back to being a man. You gender is hard wired in your brain. Pre programmed material. My mom did everything humanly possible to make me a girl. I was so manly and boyish in every way. It took me 39 years to finally fix what was broken, but nothing or anyone could brain wash me to beleive I was a female.

Its all nature..... My opinion..


Mark Angelo

Interesting.

 

[Abaddon]

I do not feel as a mistake, however, I do feel as a deviation from the typical fetal development. I am on a journey, I am not playing God just simply, aligning what was miss aligned. Just like a child born with a cleft palot, spina bifida or any condition that can be repaired. Mine was a condition that I repaired. I am a spritiual man, I was guided by my maker from the very start. Now I share my story to help others, in many ways.

Women and Men are so different, yet so alike. We can help each other out, by understanding each others differences and sameness. I feel I hold many answers to many questions. I want to make a difference in this world.


Mark Angelo

Whos your maker... are you and particular religion or just believe in human spirit and a higher power?

 

[jimbob27]

Hey Mark,

You said nothing's too personal, soo....... its time for some hardcore willy questions

Does your penis look the same as a regular one, or could somebody tell that it's been constructed with surgery, just by looking at it? How big is it? Does it have a well defined glans and shaft? Do you have a foreskin? Do you have the strechy wrinkley skin on your scrotum? Do you have a lot of scar tissue in that area? How long did it take for you to get used to?