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    GlossaryHormone Therapy (hormonal replacement therapy)

    involves administering hormones to correct or modify imbalances

    Hormone Therapy (HT), also known as Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) or Endocrine Therapy, involves the administration of hormones to correct or modify hormonal imbalances in the body. It is commonly used to alleviate symptoms of menopause, treat hormone-sensitive cancers like breast and prostate cancer, and support gender transition in transgender individuals by aligning their physical characteristics with their gender identity.

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      highly targeted anti-androgen that might have minimal systemic effects

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      Skin Aging and Menopause: Implications for Treatment

      research Skin Aging and Menopause: Implications for Treatment

      180 citations, January 2003 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”
      Menopause can lead to skin and hair problems due to hormonal changes, but hormone replacement therapy might help slow these effects.
      Treatment of Female Sexual Dysfunction in Postmenopausal Women: What Is the Evidence?

      research Treatment of Female Sexual Dysfunction in Postmenopausal Women: What Is the Evidence?

      2 citations, March 2004 in “Reviews in Gynaecological Practice”
      Hormonal changes and psychological issues can cause sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women. Behavioral therapy is recommended first, with hormone replacement helping some symptoms but not libido. Testosterone can improve libido, but its effects on overall sexual function are unclear. Emotional and relationship issues should be addressed before using medication, and the benefits and risks of testosterone supplementation should be considered.

      research Isochromosome Mosaic Turner Syndrome: A Case Report

      3 citations, November 2019 in “Journal of the ASEAN Federation of Endocrine Societies”
      A 20-year-old woman with a rare form of Turner syndrome showed improvement with hormonal therapy and needs comprehensive care.
      Estrogens and the Skin

      research Estrogens and the Skin

      137 citations, June 2005 in “Climacteric”
      Estrogen loss during menopause worsens skin health, but hormone replacement therapy may improve it, though more research is needed.
      Women's Health Care During the Perimenopause

      research Women's Health Care During the Perimenopause

      17 citations, November 2000 in “Journal of the American Pharmaceutical Association”
      The document concludes that low-dose oral contraceptives and hormonal therapies can manage perimenopause symptoms and reduce some health risks, but lifestyle changes and disease screening are also important.

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      community 21 months on topical minoxidil and full HRT

      in Transgender  214 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about a transgender individual's experience with hair regrowth using topical minoxidil and hormone replacement therapy (HRT), expressing concern about the slow growth and thin appearance of their hair. Some responses encourage patience and highlight the variability of results, while others discuss the role of HRT and its effects.

      community Nandrolone Replacement Therapy

      in Treatment  41 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user discusses starting nandrolone replacement therapy to stop hair loss and improve hair health, noting its benefits over finasteride. They report halted hair loss, improved skin, increased muscle, and a calm mood after three weeks.

      community Estradiol mesotherapy / idea feedback

      in Female  6 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation discusses using estradiol mesotherapy to replicate hormone replacement therapy results while minimizing systemic exposure. It also covers the use of Spironolactone cream, which reportedly has no systemic side effects, and the potential risks of using bicalutamide and Spironolactone in men.

      community Progress: 1 year mtf hrt, 9 months Min/Fin

      in Transgender  116 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after one year on male-to-female hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and nine months using minoxidil and finasteride. They noted a reduction in body hair and attributed much of the hair regrowth to the addition of minoxidil.