Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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7516715 | Journal of Adolescent Health | 2018 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Although the impact of hormones on some historically concerning physiologic parameters, including lipids, potassium, hemoglobin, and prolactin, were statistically significant, clinical significance was not observed. Hormone levels physiologically concordant with gender of identity were achieved with feminizing and masculinizing medication regimens. Extensive and frequent laboratory examination in transgender adolescents may be unnecessary. The use of hormones in transgender youth appears to be safe over a treatment course of approximately two years.
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Authors
Johanna M.D., Vivian M.P.H., Leslie F. Ph.D., M.P.H., Marvin M.D.,