The Psychiatric clinics of North America
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Psychiatr. Clin. North Am. · Mar 2017
ReviewHormonal and Surgical Treatment Options for Transgender Women and Transfeminine Spectrum Persons.
Transgender women and other transfeminine spectrum people may pursue hormonal and/or surgical gender-affirming interventions. Hormone therapy includes androgen blockade and estrogen supplementation. Approaches to hormone treatment vary widely based on patient goals and physiology. ⋯ Many people are unable to obtain surgeries owing to prohibitive costs and long waiting lists. Hormonal and surgical therapies improve quality of life and mental health with minimal adverse effects. Ongoing research is needed to improve understanding about specific risks of hormone therapy and surgical outcomes.