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Forehead modification greatly increases the perception of femininity and is a safe procedure.

Younger transgender women have surgery earlier, are mostly attracted to men, and show more preoperative depression that improves after surgery compared to older transgender women.

Uterine transplants for transgender women are feasible but need more research.

The conclusion is that published guidelines are improving transgender medical care, but more research and education in transgender medicine are needed.

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

Hormone therapy may increase migraines in transgender women and decrease them in transgender men; more research is needed on migraine management in transgender individuals.

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.

The procedure effectively created natural-looking hairlines and improved facial balance in female patients.

Hair loss in women is complex to diagnose and treat, and hair restoration should be done by experts. Using minoxidil before surgery can help manage post-surgery hair shock loss. The Follicular Unit Transplantation method is recommended for women due to its speed, no need for shaving, and better graft quality. Strategies like L, T, and reverse L patterns can help restore central hair density, and regenerative methods can improve graft survival in hair transplants.

The document concludes that careful planning and execution of facial gender affirmation surgery after at least 12 months of hormonal therapy can improve the quality of life for transgender individuals.

Collecting sexual orientation and gender identity data in dermatology can lead to better, more sensitive care for sexual and gender minority patients.

Most youth with gender dysphoria received hormones, had minor complications, and showed a decrease in suicide attempts after treatment.

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.

A transwoman developed a brain tumor after nine years of hormone therapy, suggesting a possible link between the treatment and tumor development.

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.

Hair transplantation is important for transgender patients to enhance their masculine or feminine appearance.

Most transgender patients getting laser hair removal before gender-affirming surgery are already on hormone therapy, which might affect the hair removal process.

Transgender females can reach their target estrogen levels using estradiol patches, especially if oral treatments fail or if they're at risk for blood clots. Often, the highest dose patch is needed.

Proper planning and technique in upper-face feminization surgery are crucial to avoid complications and revisions.

Testosterone therapy for transmasculine individuals is generally safe with medical supervision, improves mental health, and has mixed effects on physical health.

Testosterone therapy seems safe and effective for transgender men with proper care, but more long-term research is needed.

Testosterone treatment in transgender teens can worsen acne, requiring careful treatment due to mental health and medication side effects.

Hair transplants help transgender patients look more like their gender identity, with different procedures for trans women and men.

Hormone therapy for transgender females increases the risk of blood clots and requires careful dosing, monitoring, and lifelong management.

The document concludes that non-operative treatment for gender dysphoria is safe and effective, and hormone therapy does not increase cancer risk.

Many children and teens referred to gender services receive hormone treatments, but more research is needed on their long-term care and outcomes.

In Japan, sex reassignment surgery for gender identity disorder faces challenges and needs better medical support and education.

The guideline recommends mental health involvement in diagnosing gender identity disorder and outlines hormone and surgical treatment protocols, emphasizing safety, informed consent, and long-term monitoring.

The safety and effectiveness of gender-affirming treatments for children are uncertain, with potential long-term risks like infertility.

Testosterone therapy is beneficial for women's health and does not cause masculinization or liver damage, and it protects the heart and breasts.