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research Age-Related Differences for Male-to-Female Transgender Patients Undergoing Gender-Affirming Surgery

11 citations , January 2019 in “Sexual Medicine”

This study found that among MtF transgender individuals, those with early-onset gender dysphoria exhibited differences in age at surgery, sexual orientation, and sexual activity compared to those with later-onset dysphoria.

research Male, Female, Other: Transgender and the Impact in Primary Care

10 citations , February 2016 in “The Journal for Nurse Practitioners”

This article discusses the basic care and issues primary care providers should consider when treating transgender patients, but it reports no new clinical results.

research Hormonal and Surgical Treatment Options for Transgender Men (Female-to-Male)

26 citations , December 2016 in “Psychiatric Clinics of North America”

This review describes current medical and surgical treatments for transgender men, highlighting the effectiveness and general tolerability of hormone treatment, and suggesting that surgical benefits often surpass associated risks, although it reports no new clinical findings.

research Therapeutic experience with oral finasteride for androgenetic alopecia in female-to-male transgender patients

32 citations , July 2017 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology”

This study assessed the use of oral finasteride in transgender men with androgenetic alopecia and found that all patients improved by one grade on the Norwood–Hamilton scale within about 5.5 months, with no significant adverse effects reported during the 16.2 months of follow-up.

research A rare case of poorly-differentiated endometrial carcinoma in a female-to-male transgender man on testosterone therapy

1 citations , November 2023 in “American journal of clinical pathology”

This case report highlights a rare occurrence of poorly differentiated endometrial carcinoma in a transgender man undergoing long-term testosterone therapy, underscoring the necessity of continued gynecologic care and further research into the effects of testosterone on endometrial health in this population.

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community Possible transgenerational effects of finasteride use on male offspring? (STUDY)

in Research/Science 27 upvotes 4 months ago

Finasteride may affect male offspring's fertility and hormonal balance, with debates on whether to discontinue use before conception. Some users report no issues, while others highlight the high doses used in rat studies.

community Crazy Hair Loss Reversal! 🏳️‍⚧️💖

in Transgender 1 year ago

Transgender hormone therapy, including Estradiol Valerate, Spironolactone, and Progesterone Micronized, can reverse male pattern baldness and improve hair health. The user shares their positive experience with hair regrowth after transitioning from male to female.

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

in Transgender 118 upvotes 1 year 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 10 months of minoxidil + cheating

in Transgender 180 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using minoxidil, hormone replacement therapy, and cyproterone acetate during their male-to-female transition. Another user discussed their successful hair transplant after transitioning and using finasteride, highlighting the challenges of hair loss and regrowth during transition.

community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.

55 upvotes 2 years ago

A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.

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learn Hair Transplant

Can a hair transplant be combined with other treatments? Clinics commonly say a transplant is combined with other treatments, most often minoxidil, finasteride or PRP, but the evidence behind each add-on differs. Some of the add-ons offered, such as stem-cell or exosome products, are not approved treatments for hair loss.
How long does a hair transplant procedure take? A hair transplant procedure typically takes 4 to 8 hours.
Who is a good candidate for a hair transplant? Good candidates for hair transplants have sufficient donor hair and stable hair loss patterns.

learn Estradiol

an estrogen promoting hair regrowth more commonly used in women

learn Dutasteride

Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks

learn Nanoxidil

Can Nanoxidil help with both male and female pattern baldness? Nanoxidil may help with both male and female pattern baldness, but lacks FDA approval.

learn Pumpkin seed oil

How does pumpkin seed oil help block DHT, the hormone linked to male and female pattern baldness? Pumpkin seed oil may help block DHT, potentially reducing hair loss.

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Frederick, MD, United States

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