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research Prevalence of Psoriasis and Perceived Association with Hormone Therapy in Transgender Adults

4 citations , March 2022 in “Transgender Health”

This study reports that psoriasis prevalence among transgender individuals is similar to that in the general population, with possible links to gender-affirming hormone therapy needing more research.

The Prevalence of Androgenetic Alopecia with Hormone Therapy in Transgender Men: A Systematic Review and Single-Arm Meta-Analysis

research 53039 The prevalence of androgenetic alopecia with hormone therapy in transgender men: a systematic review and single-arm meta-analysis

September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

This study aims to evaluate the prevalence of androgenetic alopecia in transgender men undergoing testosterone therapy, noting that such hormone treatment can lead to dermatological issues that significantly affect their quality of life. Results are not reported in the abstract.

research Preservation of Fertility in Transgender Men on Long-Term Testosterone Therapy: A Systematic Review of Oocyte Retrieval Outcomes During and After Exogenous Androgen Exposure

16 citations , June 2022 in “Transgender Health”

This review suggests that oocyte retrieval may be viable for transgender men on testosterone therapy, with potentially manageable effects on fertility preservation without requiring extensive hormone suspension.

Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Transgender People Receiving Testosterone Therapy With Sublingual Minoxidil: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial

research Treatment of androgenetic alopecia in transgender people receiving testosterone therapy with sublingual minoxidil: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial

May 2026 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

In this study, sublingual minoxidil was found to be a safe and effective treatment for increasing hair growth in transgender individuals with mild androgenetic alopecia who are undergoing full-dose testosterone therapy.

research Clinical pearls addressing hair growth and loss in transgender patients on hormone replacement therapy

March 2025 in “Dermatology Online Journal”

This commentary highlights that transgender patients are often dissatisfied with standard hormone replacement therapy for hair-related goals, emphasizing the need for dermatologists to provide informed guidance and tailor treatments.

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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

an estrogen promoting hair regrowth more commonly used in women

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.

learn Hair Transplant

Who is a good candidate for a hair transplant? Good candidates for hair transplants have sufficient donor hair and stable hair loss patterns.

learn Dutasteride

Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks

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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 Crazy Hair Loss Reversal! 🏳️‍⚧️💖

in Transgender 1 year ago

Transgender hormone therapy, including Estradiol Valerate, Spironolactone, and Progesterone Micronized, can reverse male pattern baldness and improve hair health. The user shares their positive experience with hair regrowth after transitioning from male to female.

community (MTF 35) Results of 18 Months of HRT

775 upvotes 8 months ago

A transgender woman experienced significant hair regrowth after 18 months of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen and bicalutamide. The discussion notes HRT's effectiveness for hair regrowth but warns against its use for cisgender men due to feminizing effects.

community I don’t understand this, is he equating taking Fin with being on HRT?

303 upvotes 1 year ago

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 1 Year Estradiol HRT, Oral Finasteride, Bicalutamide, Cyproterone. (20MTF)

4 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses a 20-year-old transgender female's one-year experience with hair loss treatments, including Estradiol HRT, oral Finasteride, Bicalutamide, and Cyproterone. Specific treatments used for hair loss are oral Finasteride and potentially Estradiol as part of hormone replacement therapy.

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