Transgender

Question 1

Transgender

Answer 1

Refers to individuals whose gender identity and/or expression differs from the gender they were assigned at birth

Question 2

What is the common way to suppress endogenous testosterone?

Answer 2

Estrogen is commonly used
- along with anti androgen medication

Question 3

What are 4 common effects of estrogen on transgender women?

Answer 3

1. Reduced facial and body hair
2. Decreased testicular size
3. Fat redistribution
4. Breast growth

Question 4

At what age do transgender women who have received hormone treatment for more than 5 years begin either annual or biennial screening?

Answer 4

Age 50

Question 5

Why do transgender men often receive hormone therapy? (2)

Answer 5

1. Minimize female secondary sex characteristics
2. Induce masculinizing traits

Question 6

What is the main hormone used for transgender males?

Answer 6

Testosterone