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GlossaryFeminizing Hormone Therapy

involves estrogen and anti-androgens to induce female secondary sexual characteristics

Feminizing Hormone Therapy, also known as Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) for transgender women, involves the administration of estrogen and anti-androgens to induce physical changes that align an individual's secondary sexual characteristics with their gender identity. This therapy can lead to breast development, redistribution of body fat, reduced muscle mass, and decreased body hair growth, among other changes.

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research Dermatologic Care of Hair in Transgender Patients: A Systematic Review of Literature

4 citations , July 2021 in “Dermatology and therapy”

Hormone therapy increases facial and body hair in transgender men, while hair removal improves well-being in transgender women, but cost is a barrier as insurance often doesn't cover it. Dermatologists can use various treatments for these hair issues.

research Hair Loss Among Transgender and Gender-Nonbinary Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study

7 citations , May 2019 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Transgender and nonbinary individuals experience hair loss, with transmen on testosterone seeing more severe hair loss, while feminizing hormones may stabilize hair loss in transwomen.

research Transgender and Migraine: Impact of Hormone Therapy

7 citations , January 2019 in “Headache”

Hormone therapy may increase migraines in transgender women and decrease them in transgender men; more research is needed on migraine management in transgender individuals.

Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy Among Transgender and Gender Diverse Patients Receiving Laser Hair Removal Prior to Gender-Affirming Surgery

research Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy Among Transgender and Gender Diverse Patients Receiving Laser Hair Removal Prior to Gender-Affirming Surgery

May 2023 in “Journal of drugs in dermatology”

Most transgender patients getting laser hair removal before gender-affirming surgery are already on hormone therapy, which might affect the hair removal process.

research Androgenetic Alopecia Incidence In Transgender And Gender Diverse Populations: A Retrospective Comparative Cohort Study

February 2023 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Transgender patients on masculinizing hormones have higher hair loss rates than cisgender women.

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community Don't fall for the fear mongering bros

in Satire 1536 upvotes 10 months ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, spironolactone, and estradiol, with concerns about side effects like sexual dysfunction and feminization. Some users prefer hair transplants or shaving over medication due to potential side effects.

community I am doing an experience with RU58841

in Treatment 5 months ago

The conversation discusses a user experimenting with RU58841 for hair regrowth by ingesting it, which others find concerning. There are mentions of potential side effects and comparisons to other treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and flutamide.

community My Hair loss/regrowth Journey Since 2017

in Progress Pictures 9 upvotes 1 year ago

The user shared their hair regrowth journey since 2017, using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, microneedling, and later feminizing HRT. Significant progress was noted after starting HRT, with continued improvement in hair texture and regrowth.

community Transplant Candidate? (26, Male)

in Transplants 35 upvotes 1 month ago

A 26-year-old male considering a hair transplant is using topical finasteride and minoxidil, planning to start feminizing hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen and spironolactone. Many suggest waiting to see the effects of HRT, which may significantly regrow hair, before deciding on a transplant, and recommend adding microneedling and possibly switching to oral treatments for better results.

community My friend is so terrified of balding, he started microdosing estrogen…

in Treatment 1522 upvotes 3 months ago

A person is microdosing estrogen for hair loss after finasteride and dutasteride failed, risking feminizing effects. Alternatives like minoxidil, RU58841, or hair transplants are suggested.

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