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Management of Menstruation in Transgender and Gender Nonbinary Adolescents.

Authors :
Berrahou, Iman K.
Grimes, Andrew
Autry, Amy M.
Hawkins, Mitzi
Source :
Clinical Obstetrics & Gynecology. Dec2022, Vol. 65 Issue 4, p753-767. 15p.
Publication Year :
2022

Abstract

A growing number of adolescents in the United States identify as transgender and gender nonbinary, and many will seek medical management of menstruation. In this evidence-based review, we recommend a model of gender-affirming care grounded in the tenants of reproductive justice, emphasizing patient autonomy and the development of holistic management plans centered around the patient's unique goals for affirming their gender identity. We then review strategies for achieving menstruation suppression for transgender and gender nonbinary adolescents, including dosing considerations, menstruation, ovulation, contraceptive effects, and metabolic considerations specific to the adolescent population. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00099201
Volume :
65
Issue :
4
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Clinical Obstetrics & Gynecology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
159790771
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1097/GRF.0000000000000710