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[[File:Transsex.png|thumb|The transsex flag.]]
'''Transsex''', also known as '''Transexual'''/'''Transsexual''', is a [[sex]] label to refer to someone whose current or desired sex characteristics doesn’t match their original natural sex characteristics. This may include, differing genitals, gonads, or other secondary sex characteristics. A transsex invididual either has changed some or all sex characteristics, or desires to change these characteristics, typically through [[Hormone Replacement Therapy|hormone replacement therapy]], or sex reassignment surgery. Those who are transsex may also be considered [[altersex]].
Transsex is not the same as [[transgender]]. Transgender individuals who don’t plan to physically transition would not be considered transsex. Additionally, not all transsex individuals are transgender. It should also be noted that not all transgender individuals who wish to transition reclaim the term transsex/transexual. The term should not be applied to someone unless they have expressed that they are fine with it.
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