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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 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.

research Hormone Replacement Therapy and the Skin

138 citations, May 2000 in “Maturitas”

Estrogen replacement can improve skin health in menopausal women but doesn't reverse sun damage or prevent hair loss.

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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 3 months 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 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.

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

in Transgender 9 upvotes 1 month 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.

community 5 months MTF HRT no min/fin/dut

in Progress Pictures 32 upvotes 5 months ago

A 22-year-old trans woman has been on 6mg estradiol enanthate for five months. She reports thicker and healthier hair but not much regrowth yet.

community Began MTF HRT (estradiol/spironolactone) at 39. The images are about 5 months apart. I haven't started minoxidil yet as I'm waiting to see how far I can get with suppressing T alone. I'm guarded, but hopeful I won't be needing wigs eternally.

in Transgender 7 upvotes 5 months ago

A transgender individual began MTF HRT with estradiol and spironolactone at 39 and is monitoring hair regrowth before starting minoxidil. They are hopeful about not needing wigs permanently.

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