TLDR Hormonal therapy in transgender patients can lead to skin changes like altered sebum production, hair growth, and acne, which may require dermatological care.
The document "Dermatologic care of the transgender patient" from 2015 discussed the dermatological issues relevant to transgender patients, a topic that was underrepresented in dermatology literature at the time. The paper highlighted that hormonal therapy, commonly used in transgender patients, leads to significant skin changes, affecting sebum production, hair growth, and acne. These changes often become dermatological concerns for transgender patients. Dermatologists may also be consulted for issues such as permanent hair removal, androgenic alopecia, or scar revision following surgeries like breast reduction or genital reassignment. The review aimed to provide useful information for dermatology providers caring for transgender patients or those undergoing transition.
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