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Transgender Adolescents and Acne: A Case Series

research Transgender adolescents and acne: A cases series

24 citations , March 2018 in “Pediatric Dermatology”

This article addresses the complexity of treating acne in female-to-male transgender adolescents undergoing testosterone therapy, highlighting concerns about co-administered treatments and their potential risks.

research A Retrospective Cohort Study of Transgender Adolescents' Gender-Affirming Hormone Discontinuation

8 citations , January 2025 in “Journal of Adolescent Health”

In this retrospective cohort study, researchers found that persistent discontinuation of gender-affirming hormones among transgender adolescents was rare, mainly due to achieving gender expression goals or access issues, with very few reidentifying with their birth-assigned sex.

research Managing Dermatologic Effects of Gender-Affirming Therapy in Transgender Adolescents

1 citations , October 2022 in “Adolescent Health, Medicine and Therapeutics”

This article discusses the dermatologic impacts of gender-affirming medical care in transgender adolescents and emphasizes the importance of patient-centered care to improve dermatologic and overall outcomes; it reports no new clinical results.

research Managing Common Dermatologic Needs in Transgender and Gender-Diverse Adolescents

April 2025 in “Current Pediatrics Reports”

Transgender and gender-diverse teens need specialized skin and mental health care.

research Medical management of transgender children and adolescents

September 2018 in “Boletín médico del Hospital Infantil de México”

This article examines the care and health challenges faced by transgender or gender incongruence individuals, reporting no new clinical results; it highlights the importance of an individualized approach for optimizing well-being.

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learn Follistatin

Is follistatin safe for use in women or transgender individuals undergoing hormone therapy? No study has tested follistatin in women or transgender people on hormone therapy, and it has no approved human use or established dose; the one relevant signal, from a 2023 randomized study in adolescents with PCOS, links higher follistatin to less favourable metabolic markers, so the published evidence does not support using it in this group.

learn Estradiol

Why is Estradiol used to treat hair loss in women and transgender people undergoing hormone therapy? Estradiol helps treat hair loss by balancing hormones and supporting hair follicle health.

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community Dermatologist wants me to stop topical min+fin as a teen

8 upvotes 2 years ago

A 17-year-old has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss but is advised by a dermatologist to taper off due to age concerns. Other users suggest continuing minoxidil but stopping finasteride until at least 18, and consulting a specialized pediatric dermatologist.

community Hair loss research is a money grab

227 upvotes 10 months ago

Hair loss is linked to DHT, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil being common but not definitive. Economic interests influence research, and there is potential for new treatments like PP405 and RU58841.

community Regarding a friend who is transgender

2 upvotes 2 years ago

A transgender woman experiencing early hair thinning was advised to consider treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil, and cyproterone acetate, especially when starting hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Wigs were discussed as an option, but the drawbacks were highlighted, and consulting a doctor was recommended.

community Stopping Transgender HRT and scared about loosing hair gains

4 years ago

community Your Best Advice on MtF Transgender Hair Transplants

4 upvotes 8 years ago

A 37-year-old transgender woman is considering a hair transplant to improve her hairline, as she has minimal hair loss and is on Spironolactone and Estradiol. Users suggest she is a good candidate for the procedure, advising her to research reputable doctors and clinics.

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