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Experiences of Transwomen with Hormone Therapy
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Experiences of Transwomen with Hormone Therapy

Abstract

This article describes the experiences of 12 transwomen on hormone treatment, ranging in age from 30 to 63. Findings from interviews revealed seven prominent themes: transitioning before hormone treatment, starting on hormones, matching expectations with reality, tracking changes, relationships with health professionals, reflections on gender identity, and impact of hormones. Participants tended to be highly curious about the impact of hormone …

Authors

Wassersug R; Gray RE; Barbara A; Trosztmer C; Raj R; Sinding C

Journal

Sexualities, Vol. 10, No. 1, pp. 101–122

Publisher

SAGE Publications

Publication Date

February 2007

DOI

10.1177/1363460707072957

ISSN

1363-4607