Gender Incongruence in Adolescents: Are Hormonal Therapies Helpful? - Frankly Speaking Ep 393

Frankly Speaking About Family Medicine

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Overview: Adolescents seeking hormonal treatment for gender incongruence has become more common. A recent systematic review looking at the benefits and side effects found in clinical studies updates our current understanding of this approach. Gain insights and confidence to make informed and compassionate care decisions.

Episode resource links:

• Taylor J, Mitchell A, Hall R, Langton T, Fraser L, Hewitt CE. Masculinising and feminising hormone interventions for adolescents experiencing gender dysphoria or incongruence: a systematic review. Arch Dis Child. 2024 Apr 9:archdischild-2023-326670.
  
• Coleman E, et al. Standards of Care for the Health of Transgender and Gender Diverse People, Version 8. Int J Transgend Health. 2022 Sep 6;23(Suppl 1):S1-S259.
  
• Gender Affirming Hormonal Care for the Primary Care Provider
  
• Thriving for Transgender Youth
  
• Update on Trans-Competent Primary Care

Guest: Alan M. Ehrlich, MD, FAAFP

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Music Credit: Richard Onorato