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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Incidence and Factors Associated With Androgenetic Alopecia Among Transgender and Gender-Diverse Patients Treated With Masculinizing Hormone Therapy
Masculinizing hormone therapy increases the risk of hair loss in transgender and gender-diverse patients.
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Transgender and gender-diverse adults on hormone therapy often face drug-hormone interactions, especially with multiple psychotropic medications.
research Transgender and Gender Diverse Health Care in the US Military: What Dermatologists Need to Know
The US Military supports transgender health care, but many needed skin procedures aren't covered by insurance.
research Dermatologic needs of transgender and gender diverse youth: A retrospective cohort study
Transgender and gender diverse youth often have skin issues like acne and scarring, but few get referred to dermatologists.
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Gender-affirming hormone therapy improves mental health and gender incongruence but requires careful management of cardiovascular and cancer risks.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Don't give up! 9 months on Minoxidil
A trans man shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after 9 months on oral Minoxidil and 1.5 years on finasteride. He encourages others to stick with their treatments despite initial setbacks.
community I think we all hop on estrogen. It's the only angle
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, including Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and topical 17 alpha estradiol, with some users joking about transitioning to female to avoid baldness. The overall tone is satirical, emphasizing self-acceptance and the lengths people might consider for hair restoration.
community Guaranteed Way to Revive ALL Follicles. Transition, and then Transition Back & Maintain (for Men)
Transitioning genders humorously suggested for hair regrowth, noting some transgender individuals experience this. Discusses treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and hormone therapy, but advises against transitioning solely for hair regrowth.
community I don’t understand this, is he equating taking Fin with being on HRT?
The conversation is about using finasteride and testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) for hair loss and their role in gender-affirming care. It debates whether these treatments are considered hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and their implications for both cisgender and transgender individuals.
community Dependency on Minoxidil - what to do?
The individual is using oral minoxidil and finasteride to treat androgenetic alopecia with good results but is considering stopping due to concerns about long-term effects on the heart and potential hair dependency on the medication. They are also contemplating the impact of hair loss on gender dysphoria and considering the use of wigs as an alternative.