Endocrinology
Additional information on transition treatment for trans women with BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutations
I’ve previously covered existing research on hormone therapy for trans women who are at an increased risk of breast cancer…
Nifty finds: Super-fast-acting hormone blockers used in Sweden
GnRH agonists are a class of drugs sometimes used as part of medical transition for trans people in order to…
Trans women with BRCA mutations: options for hormone therapy
The risk of breast cancer is a concern for trans women transitioning using estrogen and anti-androgens: they experience the growth…
New clinical findings from Dr. Will Powers: Role of estradiol/estrone ratio in the efficacy of feminizing HRT
(Epistemic status: Extremely tentative.) Dr. Will Powers, an HRT provider in Michigan who has possibly the coolest name ever, has…
New study: Hormone therapy appears to be safe in trans youth
It’s common to encounter uninformed claims online about the supposed toxicity, carcinogenicity, or outsized health risks of medical treatment for…
Your mileage may vary: Trans women and erectile function
One common question asked by trans women considering hormone therapy is how this may affect their ability to have penetrative…
Cyproterone acetate and meningioma risk in trans women
Disclaimer: I am not a doctor, and this is not medical advice. Do not take any medication without appropriate medical…
Bicalutamide, a new anti-androgen for trans women and girls
Disclaimer: I am not a doctor, and this is not medical advice. Do not take any medication without appropriate medical…
Four low-cost alternatives to puberty blockers for transgender adolescents
Related: How to find doctors for HRT Myths about youth transition Ethics of treatment for trans youth Disclaimer: I am…