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Gender reassignment can only happen when certain criteria are met. The individuals seeking reassignment surgery must be recommended by more than one health care professional. A person seeking such a medical procedure are usually classified as having transsexualism.

Transsexualism is the actual term used for gender reassignment. There have been a lot of advances in sex hormones to allow for such procedures. A person who suffers from being uncomfortable with their sex is diagnosed with gender identity disorder.

This article discusses the possible psychological risks associated with transgender teenagers beginning hormone replacement therapy. It mentions postponing puberty and the ways that transitioning is different for teens than it is for adults.

Sex reassignment surgery is for both transsexuals and transgender people who want to change their sex by the means of a surgical procedure. A lot of steps need to be taken before such a procedure is done. Everything from psychological testing to hormone therapy is required. Most patients are happy with their surgery but admit that it does not help them function better psychologically.