research An Affirming Approach to Caring for Transgender and Gender-Diverse Youth
The document advises health care providers on how to support transgender and gender-diverse youth with appropriate care and referrals.
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research Medical Options for Care of Gender Diverse and Transgender Youth
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.
research Hair Loss Among Transgender and Gender-Nonbinary Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study
Transgender and nonbinary individuals experience hair loss, with transmen on testosterone seeing more severe hair loss, while feminizing hormones may stabilize hair loss in transwomen.
research Considerations for Providing Pediatric Gender-Affirmative Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Gender-affirming care for youth remained essential during the COVID-19 pandemic, with telemedicine playing a key role.
research Hormonal, Medical, and Nonsurgical Aspects of Gender Affirmation
The document concludes that gender-affirming treatments are essential for transgender individuals and outlines safe hormone therapy practices.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in Gender Minority Patients
AGA treatments like minoxidil and LLLLT are safe and effective for gender minority patients.
research Dermatologic Care of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Community of India
The transgender community in India has specific skin care needs and struggles to access dermatological services due to discrimination and financial issues.
research Semen Parameters Among Transgender Women With a History of Hormonal Treatment
Hormonal treatment in transgender women reduces semen quality, but stopping treatment may improve it.
research Managing Dermatologic Effects of Gender-Affirming Therapy in Transgender Adolescents
Gender-affirming therapy can cause skin issues like acne and hair loss in transgender adolescents, and more research is needed on its dermatological effects.
research Medical Care for Children and Adolescents with Gender Dysphoria and Gender Inconsistency in Light of Current Recommendations: How to Implement the 'Primum Non Nocere' Principle?
The safety and effectiveness of gender-affirming treatments for children are uncertain, with potential long-term risks like infertility.
research Southern African HIV Clinicians Society Gender-Affirming Healthcare Guideline for South Africa
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.
research The Impact of Gender Affirming Hormone Therapy on Physical Performance
Gender-affirming hormone therapy improves physical performance in trans men to the level of cisgender men, while in trans women, it increases fat mass and decreases muscle mass, with no advantage in physical performance after 2 years.
research Cardiovascular Risk Associated With Gender Affirming Hormone Therapy in Transgender Population
Hormone therapy increases the risk of heart-related issues in transgender women and may affect heart health in transgender men.
research Gender Identity and Transition: Relationships With Sleep Disorders in US Youth
Transgender youth have more sleep disorders, but gender-affirming therapy may help reduce them.
research Care Pathways of Children and Adolescents Referred to Specialist Gender Services: A Systematic Review
Many children and teens referred to gender services receive hormone treatments, but more research is needed on their long-term care and outcomes.
research Dermatological Considerations for Transgender and Gender Diverse Patients: An Australian Perspective
Dermatologists are essential in helping transgender and gender diverse patients with skin and hair issues related to gender affirmation and hormone therapy.
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Inclusive and affirming healthcare is essential for improving transgender individuals' quality of life and health.
research Research Gaps in Medical Treatment of Transgender and Nonbinary People
More research is needed on the health effects of hormone therapy for transgender and nonbinary people.
research Exploring Hormone Therapy Effects on Reproduction and Health in Transgender Individuals
Hormone therapy improves mental well-being in transgender individuals but requires ongoing health monitoring.
research Physical Changes, Laboratory Parameters, and Bone Mineral Density During Testosterone Treatment in Adolescents with Gender Dysphoria
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.
research New and Consolidated Therapeutic Options for Pubertal Induction in Hypogonadism: In-Depth Review of the Literature
There are various effective hormone treatments for puberty induction in boys and girls with hypogonadism, and starting treatment early is important.
research Transmasculine Hormone Therapy: Dermatologic, Genital, Sexual, and Cardiovascular Effects and Safety Concerns
Testosterone therapy for transmasculine individuals is generally safe with medical supervision, improves mental health, and has mixed effects on physical health.
research Hormonal Treatment Strategies Tailored to Non-Binary Transgender Individuals
Non-binary transgender individuals need personalized hormonal treatments for better well-being and quality of life.
research Endocrinology of Transgender Medicine
Hormone treatments for transgender individuals generally improve mental health and physical transition, with some health risks that require medical supervision.
research The Current State of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Cultural Competency Among U.S. Dermatology Residents
U.S. dermatology residents need more education and experience with LGBT patients to improve their cultural competency.
research HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis in Transgender Women: A Subgroup Analysis of the iPrEx Trial
PrEP for HIV is less effective in transgender women mainly due to low adherence to the treatment.
research Changes in Kidney Hemodynamics During Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy in Transgender Individuals - Findings from the KNIGHT Pilot Study
Feminizing hormone therapy increases kidney filtration rate.
research Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy Among Transgender and Gender Diverse Patients Receiving Laser Hair Removal Prior to Gender-Affirming Surgery
Most transgender patients getting laser hair removal before gender-affirming surgery are already on hormone therapy, which might affect the hair removal process.
research Androgenetic Alopecia Incidence In Transgender And Gender Diverse Populations: A Retrospective Comparative Cohort Study
Transgender patients on masculinizing hormones have higher hair loss rates than cisgender women.
research Priorities for Efficacy Trials of Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy With Estrogen: Collaborative Design and Results of a Community Survey
Future hormone therapy trials should match the diverse needs and priorities of the gender-diverse community.