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Articles about gender-affirming hormone therapy for the transgender and non-binary community.

Virtual HRT Care

What kinds of gender-affirming health care options do transgender and nonbinary patients need?

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By: Plume Community Member What is gender-affirming health care? Common types of gender-affirming health care options How to access gender-affirming health care Importance of gender-affirming health care Impact of gender-affirming health care Resources for transgender and nonbinary patients Summary and conclusion In today’s world, gender-affirming health care is more important than ever. Transgender and nonbinary […]

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Trans women, transfeminine people, and fertility changes: How to plan your future family while taking estrogen GAHT

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By: Plume Community Member Introduction to gender-affirming estrogen therapy How does estrogen affect my fertility as a trans woman? The effects on fertility of taking estrogen as gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) Monitoring your fertility and managing your reproductive health Is infertility caused by gender-affirming hormones permanent or reversible? Infertility and estrogen Resources for trans women

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Explained: What are T-blockers and how do they work during gender transition?

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By: Plume Community Member What are T-blockers? How T-blockers slow or stop T production Benefits of T-blockers during gender transition Potential side effects Finding the right dosage Monitoring hormone levels Will I have to take T-blockers forever? Working with your Care Team to get the best results Conclusion Gender transition is a complex and multi-layered

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Remote Gender-Affirming Care

How telehealth benefits transgender and nonbinary patients

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By: Plume Community Member Telehealth is accessible Telehealth is supportive Telehealth is convenient Telehealth has revolutionized the way transgender and nonbinary patients receive health care. It provides a safe, convenient, and cost-effective way to access specialized, expert care from the comfort of your own home. Telehealth has allowed transgender and nonbinary patients to connect with

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Blood clots, heart disease, and estrogen medications

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By: Plume Community Member When you are getting ready to start estrogen as a gender-affirming medication, you may wonder whether there are any possible risks. Gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT, sometimes also called HRT or hormone replacement therapy) is safe and used to help all types of transgender, nonbinary, genderfluid, intersex, and other people align with

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9 Questions to Ask When You’re Ready to Start Gender-Affirming Estrogen with Plume

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By: Plume Community Member What is gender-affirming estrogen therapy? What is Plume? What questions should you ask before starting estrogen gender-affirming hormone therapy? 1. What is my gender? 2. What is my gender identity? 3. What is my sexual orientation? 4. What are my chosen pronouns? 5. What physical changes feel affirming for me? 6.

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Questions for your First Plume Appointment When You’re Ready to Start Gender-Affirming Testosterone

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By: Plume Community Member What is testosterone for gender-affirming health care? How does testosterone help your gender transition? What do you need to start testosterone at Plume? What questions should you ask your Care Team before starting testosterone at Plume? 1. What is my gender? 2. What is my gender identity? 3. What is my

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Estrogen-Based Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy: Medications and What to Expect

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By Dr. Jerrica Kirkley, MD Co-contributors: Rachel Percelay and Alyssa Billingsley, PharmD If you have any medical questions or concerns, please talk to your healthcare provider. The articles on our blog are underpinned by peer-reviewed research and information drawn from medical societies and governmental agencies. However, they are not a substitute for professional medical advice,

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