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GlossaryHormone Therapy (HRT)

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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research Hormone Replacement Therapy for Women with Premature Ovarian Insufficiency: A Comprehensive Review

61 citations , January 2017 in “Human Reproduction Open”

The review recommends hormone replacement therapy for women with premature ovarian insufficiency to manage symptoms and protect health, with specific approaches for different groups.

research Dermatological Changes During Menopause and HRT: What to Expect

January 2024 in “Cosmetics”

Menopause worsens skin, hair, and nails, affecting self-esteem and quality of life.

research Phase II Trial of Paclitaxel Poliglumex (CT-2103) in Pre- and Post-Menopausal Women on Hormonal Replacement Therapy with Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

2 citations , May 2011 in “Journal of Clinical Oncology”

research Skin Climacteric Aging and Hormone Replacement Therapy

27 citations , March 2006 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology”

HRT helps improve skin issues caused by menopause.

research Biology of Estrogens in Skin: Implications for Skin Aging

187 citations , December 2005 in “Experimental Dermatology”

Estrogens can improve skin aging but carry risks; more research is needed on safer treatments.

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community HRT is literal black magic. Fin 1 mg/day @ 4 years, min 2x/day @ 3 years, Estradiol 4mg/day @ 3.5 months, and Spironolactone 100mg/day @ 3.5 months (estra & spiro are medicines you should likely not take if you are a cis man)

in Progress Pictures 118 upvotes 1 year ago

User shared progress on hair regrowth using Fin 1 mg/day for 4 years, Min 2x/day for 3 years, Estradiol 4mg/day, and Spironolactone 100mg/day for 3.5 months. They noted significant hairline recovery and advised against HRT for cis men due to feminizing effects.

community 19M on HRT Concerned About Hairline Receding; Finasteride Concerns

in Transgender 172 upvotes 3 months ago

A trans man is experiencing hair loss due to testosterone therapy but is unwilling to stop the treatment despite concerns about using finasteride. The individual is distressed about balding at a young age but acknowledges it is genetic.

community FTM/NB Hairloss from HRT, treatment started and feeling hopeless.

in Transgender 61 upvotes 6 months ago

A non-binary individual experienced hair loss after stopping hormone replacement therapy and is using oral Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are hopeful for regrowth but may use wigs due to the high cost and uncertain effectiveness of additional treatments like mesotherapy and PRP.

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

in Transgender 118 upvotes 11 months 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.

community progress pics (HRT, fin, min, microneedling) (35, trans non-binary)

in Transgender 10 upvotes 11 months ago

A non-binary transfeminine person experienced significant hair regrowth after starting finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and hormone replacement therapy with estradiol. They encourage trans individuals concerned about hair loss to consider estrogen as it has greatly improved their hair condition.

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