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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.

Gynecologists should provide comprehensive care for transgender patients, including mental health evaluation, hormone therapy, and surgical options, while monitoring for side effects and ensuring patient safety.

Hormone therapy affects hair growth in transgender individuals, with testosterone potentially causing hair loss in trans men and estrogen reducing facial/body hair in trans women; treatment options vary.

The review highlights the need for more research on transgender dermatology, the role of dermatologists in gender affirmation, and the effects of hormone therapy on skin and hair.

Testosterone therapy in transgender men has both desired effects like increased muscle mass and potential health risks such as higher cardiovascular risk.

Transgender women can develop feminine traits and improve their quality of life through hormone therapy and surgery, but results vary and access to surgery can be limited.

Hormone imbalance is linked to Hidradenitis Suppurativa, a skin condition, and treatments like anti-androgenic therapy and metformin can help. It's also suggested to check patients for insulin resistance and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.

Gender-affirming therapy can cause skin issues like acne and hair loss in transgender adolescents, and more research is needed on its dermatological effects.

Hormone treatments for transgender individuals generally improve mental health and physical transition, with some health risks that require medical supervision.

Testosterone therapy and surgeries like mastectomy improve transgender men's lives and mental health with low risks and high satisfaction.

More research is needed on the health effects of hormone therapy for transgender and nonbinary people.

Early medical support for transgender youth is important for their health, with low regret for gender-affirming hormone use and a need for knowledgeable care providers.

Healthcare providers need better understanding and cultural sensitivity to improve care for transgender patients with kidney failure needing transplants.

The healthcare for transgender veterans could be better with a more unified team approach.

Testosterone replacement may improve sexual desire and bone health in women with low androgen levels, but more research is needed on its long-term safety.

Women have a higher risk of blood clots from hormonal factors and need careful treatment, especially during pregnancy.

Testosterone replacement may help postmenopausal women with sexual function and bone density, but suitable treatments are limited.

Hormonal therapy changes skin and hair in transgender patients, who need better researched dermatologic care.

Surgeons must understand the full care process for gender confirmation surgery to help transgender individuals effectively.

Testosterone treatment effectively causes male physical development in transgender male adolescents but may lead to side effects like acne, higher BMI and blood pressure, lower good cholesterol, and decreased bone density.

Hormone treatment for transsexual individuals is effective but carries risks like thromboembolic events and mood changes, with most side effects being minor and reversible.

Women have unique stroke risks due to hormones, contraceptives, pregnancy, and menopause.

The guideline provides healthcare professionals in South Africa with instructions for comprehensive, multidisciplinary gender-affirming care, including HIV prevention and treatment for transgender and gender diverse individuals.

More research is needed to improve lower body gender affirmation techniques.

The document advises health care providers on how to support transgender and gender-diverse youth with appropriate care and referrals.

Oral estradiol works for many transgender women but needs personalized dosing and monitoring.

Hormonal treatment in transgender women reduces semen quality, but stopping treatment may improve it.

The transgender community in India has specific skin care needs and struggles to access dermatological services due to discrimination and financial issues.

Testosterone therapy seems safe for postmenopausal women for a few years, but more research is needed for long-term effects.

Minoxidil, finasteride, and low-level laser light therapy are effective FDA-approved treatments for hair loss.