Category Archives: Progestogens

Progesterone may not be only beneficial or ineffective for trans women – for some, it can be actively harmful

Posted on January 31, 2020 by Zinnia Jones

Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional and this is not medical advice. Ever since I came out and started HRT in 2012, I’ve found it important to document and share my experiences as a trans person with every aspect … Continue reading →

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Spironolactone can be ineffective as an antiandrogen for many trans women

Posted on November 1, 2019 by Zinnia Jones

For trans women and transfeminine people who choose medical transition, one of the most common treatments is the use of hormonal medications to reduce testosterone levels and raise estrogen levels. By moving testosterone and estrogen levels into the normal female … Continue reading →

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Study: Spironolactone with medroxyprogesterone acetate suppresses testosterone in trans women more effectively than spironolactone alone

Posted on September 30, 2019 by Zinnia Jones

Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional and this is not medical advice. While spironolactone is one of the most commonly used antiandrogens in feminizing hormone therapy, some trans women are still unable to achieve suppression of their testosterone levels … Continue reading →

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Update on case reports: Cyproterone acetate and meningioma in trans women

Posted on November 30, 2018 by Zinnia Jones

Previously: Cyproterone acetate and meningioma risk in trans women (March 2018) Disclaimer: I am not a doctor, and this is not medical advice. Do not take any medication without appropriate medical supervision. Summary Cyproterone acetate (CPA) is commonly used as … Continue reading →

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Cyproterone acetate and meningioma risk in trans women

Posted on March 31, 2018 by Zinnia Jones

Disclaimer: I am not a doctor, and this is not medical advice. Do not take any medication without appropriate medical supervision. Cyproterone acetate (CPA) is a hormonal medication commonly used as an antiandrogen for trans women, as well as in … Continue reading →

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