# Banning Lady Boys Thai Men Must Keep Balls By Going Like Sixty | Published 2008-04-02 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thailand-attitudes-changing-boys-must-keep-balls References: [reuters](http://www.reuters.com/article/oddlyEnoughNews/idUSBKK32992720080402?feedType=RSS&feedName=oddlyEnoughNews) Acceptance of the "third sex" in Thailand just took a hit from the health officials. Hospitals and clinics are prevented from removing the family jewels to make "[ladyboys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/genderneutral-hair-removal-services)" or "katoey." Many docs are doing the surgery outside of formal sex-change operations because its quick and easy. Some clinics charge as little as $125. **Implications** - Today's consumer is extremely expressive, with consumers showing their true identities in a manner that is much more unabashed than before. Thus, an array of unconventional individuals are stepping out of the underground and into the mainstream, with [sex change operations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sexual-health) more prevalent than ever. Thailand's resistance to this innovation represents the common reaction; however, over time, individuality is likely to increase and prevail. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Increasing Acceptance of Third Sex:** The growing societal acceptance of the 'third sex' is leading to more individuals openly expressing their true identities. - **Rise in Unconventional Individuals:** A growing number of unconventional individuals are becoming more visible and comfortable with expressing their identities. - **Prevalence of Sex Change Operations:** Sex change operations are becoming increasingly common, with more people opting for these procedures. ### Who This Affects Most - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can offer support and services for individuals seeking sex change operations. - **Beauty and Aesthetics:** The beauty and aesthetics industry can provide options for individuals looking to enhance their appearance through gender affirming procedures. - **Tourism:** Thailand's resistance to sex change operations might create a market for medical tourism in countries that are more accepting of these procedures. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Therapeutic Thai Cannabis Clinics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cannabis-clinic.md) - [Thai Printed Trousers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-pants.md) - [Inclusive Tampon Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tampon-for-men.md) - [Inclusive Healthcare Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/get-real.md) - [Finance-Focused ID Verification Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/id-verification-service.md) - [Holistic Wellness Travel Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tourism-authority-of-thailand.md) - [Transition-Supporting Body Lotions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transition-body-lotion.md) - [Testicular Cancer Awareness Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kp-nuts-campaign.md) - [Travel-Focused Regional Websites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tourism-authority.md)