Importance of gender affirming treatment in Mexico: an urgent necessity
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https://doi.org/10.48193/9c2zp864Keywords:
Gender identity , Gender Affirmation Treatment, Hormone Therapy , Gender-affirming surgery, Gender incongruenceAbstract
The identity of gender in transgender people calls for integrated, multidisciplinary care. In Mexico, about 316,192 transgender individuals may require specialized medical attention. Gender-affirming treatment brings together hormonal therapy and surgical options, with the urologist serving as a key member of a coordinated team of specialists. Research supports that this approach is safe and effective when provided by a multidisciplinary group and followed over the long term, improving both physical health and overall quality of life for patients.
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