Transmasculine Hormone Therapy: Dermatologic, Genital, Sexual, and Cardiovascular Effects and Safety Concerns

    April 2019 in “ Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinics of North America ”
    Justine Defreyne, Guy T'Sjoen
    Studysummary This study observed that testosterone therapy in transgender men enhances both physical and mental health, is safe in the short and middle term with proper follow-up, and highlights the need for endocrinologists to provide gender-affirming care despite its limited presence in medical education.
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