Acne: A Side Effect of Masculinizing Hormonal Therapy in Transgender Patients

    August 2018 in “ British Journal of Dermatology ”
    Catherine C. Motosko, George A. Zakhem, Miriam Keltz Pomeranz, Alexes Hazen
    Studysummary This review discusses the pathogenesis and treatment of acne in transgender men on testosterone therapy and reports no new clinical results, emphasizing the need for tailored guidelines.
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