Ada Cheung
@adacheung.bsky.social
Endocrinologist ๐ฉบ | Trans Health Research ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธClinician Scientist Professor @UnimelbMDHS | CoDI @TheEndoSociety๐ณ๐
A world-first ๐๐งฌ Published today in Nature Medicine: gender-affirming hormone therapy changes the bodyโs proteins, aligning biology with gender identity.
Led by @unimelb, @MCRI_for_kids & @Austin_Health โ a huge step for #TransHealth research.
๐ www.nature.com/articles/s41...
Led by @unimelb, @MCRI_for_kids & @Austin_Health โ a huge step for #TransHealth research.
๐ www.nature.com/articles/s41...
Plasma proteome adaptations during feminizing gender-affirming hormone therapy - Nature Medicine
Researchers analyzed 5,279 plasma proteins in 40 people undergoing feminizing gender-affirming hormone therapy over 6โmonths, revealing significant changes in 299 proteins. Such changes could haveโฆ
www.nature.com
October 20, 2025 at 10:57 PM
A world-first ๐๐งฌ Published today in Nature Medicine: gender-affirming hormone therapy changes the bodyโs proteins, aligning biology with gender identity.
Led by @unimelb, @MCRI_for_kids & @Austin_Health โ a huge step for #TransHealth research.
๐ www.nature.com/articles/s41...
Led by @unimelb, @MCRI_for_kids & @Austin_Health โ a huge step for #TransHealth research.
๐ www.nature.com/articles/s41...
๐จ Our latest study in JAMA Network Open shows gender-affirming hormone therapy shifts heart injury marker #troponin towards the affirmed gender.
๐ซ Important implications for safe, accurate emergency care.
Read: jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
#TransHealth #LabMedicine #Cardiology #TransResearch
๐ซ Important implications for safe, accurate emergency care.
Read: jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
#TransHealth #LabMedicine #Cardiology #TransResearch
High-Sensitivity Cardiac Troponin I After Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy
This case-control study examines high-sensitivity cardiac troponin I levels in transgender men and women over 12 months of gender affirming hormone theraoy compared with cisgender men and women
jamanetwork.com
October 19, 2025 at 10:20 PM
๐จ Our latest study in JAMA Network Open shows gender-affirming hormone therapy shifts heart injury marker #troponin towards the affirmed gender.
๐ซ Important implications for safe, accurate emergency care.
Read: jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
#TransHealth #LabMedicine #Cardiology #TransResearch
๐ซ Important implications for safe, accurate emergency care.
Read: jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
#TransHealth #LabMedicine #Cardiology #TransResearch
Reposted by Ada Cheung
How does testosterone and estradiol impact the immune system?
ADIs Boris Novakovic, @adacheung.bsky.social, Rachel Davey, and Musa Mhlanga are looking for clues by studying the immune responses of people undergoing hormone therapy.
#FrontierScience
alleninstitute.org/division/fro...
ADIs Boris Novakovic, @adacheung.bsky.social, Rachel Davey, and Musa Mhlanga are looking for clues by studying the immune responses of people undergoing hormone therapy.
#FrontierScience
alleninstitute.org/division/fro...
Understanding the effects of Gender Affirming Hormone Therapy (GAHT) on immune function using a systems immunology approach
The Allen Distinguished Investigator program provides three-year grants between $1M and $1.5M to individuals and teams
alleninstitute.org
September 22, 2025 at 11:01 PM
How does testosterone and estradiol impact the immune system?
ADIs Boris Novakovic, @adacheung.bsky.social, Rachel Davey, and Musa Mhlanga are looking for clues by studying the immune responses of people undergoing hormone therapy.
#FrontierScience
alleninstitute.org/division/fro...
ADIs Boris Novakovic, @adacheung.bsky.social, Rachel Davey, and Musa Mhlanga are looking for clues by studying the immune responses of people undergoing hormone therapy.
#FrontierScience
alleninstitute.org/division/fro...
Completely agree @drnickschindler.bsky.social ๐
September 2, 2025 at 11:13 PM
Completely agree @drnickschindler.bsky.social ๐
๐ง โจ New paper out! Our systematic review finds #trans people may be overrepresented in Functional Neurological Disorder #FND cases (3โ45%).
Importantly, gender affirmation was often linked with improved symptoms โ not worse.
Read more: doi.org/10.1080/2689...
Importantly, gender affirmation was often linked with improved symptoms โ not worse.
Read more: doi.org/10.1080/2689...
September 1, 2025 at 11:57 PM
๐ง โจ New paper out! Our systematic review finds #trans people may be overrepresented in Functional Neurological Disorder #FND cases (3โ45%).
Importantly, gender affirmation was often linked with improved symptoms โ not worse.
Read more: doi.org/10.1080/2689...
Importantly, gender affirmation was often linked with improved symptoms โ not worse.
Read more: doi.org/10.1080/2689...
Evidence matters. Stories matter. Together they show why inclusive pathways in sport arenโt just fair โ theyโre life-changing. ๐
Big congratulations to Snack Drawer & Lexi Rodgers for bringing this story to the world.
Big congratulations to Snack Drawer & Lexi Rodgers for bringing this story to the world.
August 22, 2025 at 1:38 AM
Evidence matters. Stories matter. Together they show why inclusive pathways in sport arenโt just fair โ theyโre life-changing. ๐
Big congratulations to Snack Drawer & Lexi Rodgers for bringing this story to the world.
Big congratulations to Snack Drawer & Lexi Rodgers for bringing this story to the world.
Too often, trans people are reduced to political talking points. HOOPS tells a different story: the love of the game & the power of inclusion.
It also echoes our research showing that trans people face major barriers to participation in sport โก๏ธ doi.org/10.1136/bjsp...
It also echoes our research showing that trans people face major barriers to participation in sport โก๏ธ doi.org/10.1136/bjsp...
Participation, barriers, facilitators and bullying experiences of trans people in sport and fitness: findings from a national community survey of trans people in Australia
Objectives This study aimed to assess participation rates of transgender and gender diverse (trans) people in sport/fitness activities, compare mental health outcomes for trans people participatingโฆ
doi.org
August 22, 2025 at 1:38 AM
Too often, trans people are reduced to political talking points. HOOPS tells a different story: the love of the game & the power of inclusion.
It also echoes our research showing that trans people face major barriers to participation in sport โก๏ธ doi.org/10.1136/bjsp...
It also echoes our research showing that trans people face major barriers to participation in sport โก๏ธ doi.org/10.1136/bjsp...
What a night! ๐๐ Honoured to be part of the premiere of HOOPS, a docuseries following trans basketballer Lexi Rodgersโ journey in the NBL1. A story of sport, resilience & belonging. Episodes drop Sept 4 โ follow @transathletica.series on IG & TikTok!
August 22, 2025 at 1:38 AM
What a night! ๐๐ Honoured to be part of the premiere of HOOPS, a docuseries following trans basketballer Lexi Rodgersโ journey in the NBL1. A story of sport, resilience & belonging. Episodes drop Sept 4 โ follow @transathletica.series on IG & TikTok!
๐ข New study! ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ In a randomized trial of trans women starting GAHT, we found no significant difference in fat distribution changes between cyproterone and spironolactone.
๐ก Both support feminisationโchoice can be guided by other factors.
๐ doi.org/10.1080/2689...
#TransHealth #TransResearch
๐ก Both support feminisationโchoice can be guided by other factors.
๐ doi.org/10.1080/2689...
#TransHealth #TransResearch
August 12, 2025 at 11:38 PM
๐ข New study! ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ In a randomized trial of trans women starting GAHT, we found no significant difference in fat distribution changes between cyproterone and spironolactone.
๐ก Both support feminisationโchoice can be guided by other factors.
๐ doi.org/10.1080/2689...
#TransHealth #TransResearch
๐ก Both support feminisationโchoice can be guided by other factors.
๐ doi.org/10.1080/2689...
#TransHealth #TransResearch
๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ Are you trans or gender diverse, 16+ and living in Australia?
Join TRANSformโAustraliaโs largest ongoing trans health research project! Over 2,000 people already have ๐ฌ๐
๐ transresearch.org.au/participate/transform-study
#transhealth #transresearch #nonbinary #genderqueer #TRANSform
Join TRANSformโAustraliaโs largest ongoing trans health research project! Over 2,000 people already have ๐ฌ๐
๐ transresearch.org.au/participate/transform-study
#transhealth #transresearch #nonbinary #genderqueer #TRANSform
June 24, 2025 at 11:25 PM
๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ Are you trans or gender diverse, 16+ and living in Australia?
Join TRANSformโAustraliaโs largest ongoing trans health research project! Over 2,000 people already have ๐ฌ๐
๐ transresearch.org.au/participate/transform-study
#transhealth #transresearch #nonbinary #genderqueer #TRANSform
Join TRANSformโAustraliaโs largest ongoing trans health research project! Over 2,000 people already have ๐ฌ๐
๐ transresearch.org.au/participate/transform-study
#transhealth #transresearch #nonbinary #genderqueer #TRANSform
๐ฆด Does GAHT affect bone health? What do we know so far? Where are the gaps?
Weโve unpacked the evidence in everyday language so you donโt have to wade through jargon ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ๐
Read the blog ๐ transresearch.org.au/post/gaht-bone-health
#transhealth #genderaffirmingcare #bonehealth
Weโve unpacked the evidence in everyday language so you donโt have to wade through jargon ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ๐
Read the blog ๐ transresearch.org.au/post/gaht-bone-health
#transhealth #genderaffirmingcare #bonehealth
Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy and Bone Health
Research on the impacts of gender-affirming hormone therapy on bone health shows mixed results.
transresearch.org.au
June 22, 2025 at 11:19 PM
๐ฆด Does GAHT affect bone health? What do we know so far? Where are the gaps?
Weโve unpacked the evidence in everyday language so you donโt have to wade through jargon ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ๐
Read the blog ๐ transresearch.org.au/post/gaht-bone-health
#transhealth #genderaffirmingcare #bonehealth
Weโve unpacked the evidence in everyday language so you donโt have to wade through jargon ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ๐
Read the blog ๐ transresearch.org.au/post/gaht-bone-health
#transhealth #genderaffirmingcare #bonehealth
๐ Big congrats to our amazing Masters student Silver Argentum (it/they/she) for presenting their research on what drives trans folks to seek gender-affirming care ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ๐ฌ
Already in TRANSform? Check your inbox ๐ฅ
New here? Join in ๐ transresearch.org.au/participate/transform-study
#trans #nonbinary
Already in TRANSform? Check your inbox ๐ฅ
New here? Join in ๐ transresearch.org.au/participate/transform-study
#trans #nonbinary
June 20, 2025 at 3:42 AM
๐ Big congrats to our amazing Masters student Silver Argentum (it/they/she) for presenting their research on what drives trans folks to seek gender-affirming care ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ๐ฌ
Already in TRANSform? Check your inbox ๐ฅ
New here? Join in ๐ transresearch.org.au/participate/transform-study
#trans #nonbinary
Already in TRANSform? Check your inbox ๐ฅ
New here? Join in ๐ transresearch.org.au/participate/transform-study
#trans #nonbinary
๐งฌ New Research: How do sex hormones like oestrogen & testosterone affect immune functionโand what does this mean for trans people on GAHT?
๐ Early data suggest impacts on inflammation, white cells & gene expression.
๐ฃ More research needed!
๐ doi.org/10.3389/fimm...
๐ Early data suggest impacts on inflammation, white cells & gene expression.
๐ฃ More research needed!
๐ doi.org/10.3389/fimm...
June 11, 2025 at 11:45 PM
๐งฌ New Research: How do sex hormones like oestrogen & testosterone affect immune functionโand what does this mean for trans people on GAHT?
๐ Early data suggest impacts on inflammation, white cells & gene expression.
๐ฃ More research needed!
๐ doi.org/10.3389/fimm...
๐ Early data suggest impacts on inflammation, white cells & gene expression.
๐ฃ More research needed!
๐ doi.org/10.3389/fimm...
๐ข New article out now! How often should prolactin be checked during GAHT? ๐งช๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ
๐ Mild rises common with cyproterone
๐ก Routine checks not always needed
๐ฌ Symptom-guided care = less stress + cost
Read: frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fendo.2025.1608108/full
#transhealth #GAHT #transresearch
๐ Mild rises common with cyproterone
๐ก Routine checks not always needed
๐ฌ Symptom-guided care = less stress + cost
Read: frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fendo.2025.1608108/full
#transhealth #GAHT #transresearch
June 10, 2025 at 11:19 PM
๐ข New article out now! How often should prolactin be checked during GAHT? ๐งช๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ
๐ Mild rises common with cyproterone
๐ก Routine checks not always needed
๐ฌ Symptom-guided care = less stress + cost
Read: frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fendo.2025.1608108/full
#transhealth #GAHT #transresearch
๐ Mild rises common with cyproterone
๐ก Routine checks not always needed
๐ฌ Symptom-guided care = less stress + cost
Read: frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fendo.2025.1608108/full
#transhealth #GAHT #transresearch
I had the privilege of delivering a seminar at MSPGH @unimelb on trans health and the harm of disinformation ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ๐ข
๐ฃ๏ธ โEach of us holds powerโฆ Allyship means using that power with intention.
We need more action, more courage, and more care.
#transhealth #allyship #transrights #transgender
๐ฃ๏ธ โEach of us holds powerโฆ Allyship means using that power with intention.
We need more action, more courage, and more care.
#transhealth #allyship #transrights #transgender
June 9, 2025 at 11:10 PM
I had the privilege of delivering a seminar at MSPGH @unimelb on trans health and the harm of disinformation ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ๐ข
๐ฃ๏ธ โEach of us holds powerโฆ Allyship means using that power with intention.
We need more action, more courage, and more care.
#transhealth #allyship #transrights #transgender
๐ฃ๏ธ โEach of us holds powerโฆ Allyship means using that power with intention.
We need more action, more courage, and more care.
#transhealth #allyship #transrights #transgender
Just published: an evidence-based intro to chest binding ๐ฉบ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ
Our latest blog post takes a harm-reduction, autonomy-affirming approach for people who bind + those who support them.
Read: transresearch.org.au/post/chest-binding
#transhealth #chestbinding #transresearch
Our latest blog post takes a harm-reduction, autonomy-affirming approach for people who bind + those who support them.
Read: transresearch.org.au/post/chest-binding
#transhealth #chestbinding #transresearch
Chest Binding | Trans Health Research
A research-based guide to chest binding, which is the practice of flattening the appearance of the chest, often used by trans people.
transresearch.org.au
June 8, 2025 at 11:18 PM
Just published: an evidence-based intro to chest binding ๐ฉบ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ
Our latest blog post takes a harm-reduction, autonomy-affirming approach for people who bind + those who support them.
Read: transresearch.org.au/post/chest-binding
#transhealth #chestbinding #transresearch
Our latest blog post takes a harm-reduction, autonomy-affirming approach for people who bind + those who support them.
Read: transresearch.org.au/post/chest-binding
#transhealth #chestbinding #transresearch
5 years of research. 1 powerful report.
The TRANSform 2020โ2025 Report is out now ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ๐
Findings, impact + community voices that are transforming trans health in Australia.
๐ฅ Download + ๐ฅ Watch: transresearch.org.au/reports/transform20-25
#transhealth #TRANSform #transresearch
The TRANSform 2020โ2025 Report is out now ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ๐
Findings, impact + community voices that are transforming trans health in Australia.
๐ฅ Download + ๐ฅ Watch: transresearch.org.au/reports/transform20-25
#transhealth #TRANSform #transresearch
TRANSform Report (2020-2025) | Trans Health Research
The achievements, findings, and future goals of TRANSform, a longitudinal trans health project.
transresearch.org.au
June 3, 2025 at 11:38 PM
5 years of research. 1 powerful report.
The TRANSform 2020โ2025 Report is out now ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ๐
Findings, impact + community voices that are transforming trans health in Australia.
๐ฅ Download + ๐ฅ Watch: transresearch.org.au/reports/transform20-25
#transhealth #TRANSform #transresearch
The TRANSform 2020โ2025 Report is out now ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ๐
Findings, impact + community voices that are transforming trans health in Australia.
๐ฅ Download + ๐ฅ Watch: transresearch.org.au/reports/transform20-25
#transhealth #TRANSform #transresearch
Just launched: the first-ever Gender Euphoria Scale ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธโจ
Made with @Swinburne + @MCRI_for_kids, it helps mental health care focus on trans joy โ not just dysphoria.
Read: abc.net.au/news/105098958
Paper: doi.org/10.1080/26895269.2024.2447768
#transhealth #transjoy #gendereuphoria
Made with @Swinburne + @MCRI_for_kids, it helps mental health care focus on trans joy โ not just dysphoria.
Read: abc.net.au/news/105098958
Paper: doi.org/10.1080/26895269.2024.2447768
#transhealth #transjoy #gendereuphoria
Researchers take a more positive approach to trans identity
Australian researchers have developed a world-first scale to measure an almost universal experience for trans adolescents and adults โ gender euphoria โ that could have significant implications forโฆ
abc.net.au
June 3, 2025 at 3:00 AM
Just launched: the first-ever Gender Euphoria Scale ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธโจ
Made with @Swinburne + @MCRI_for_kids, it helps mental health care focus on trans joy โ not just dysphoria.
Read: abc.net.au/news/105098958
Paper: doi.org/10.1080/26895269.2024.2447768
#transhealth #transjoy #gendereuphoria
Made with @Swinburne + @MCRI_for_kids, it helps mental health care focus on trans joy โ not just dysphoria.
Read: abc.net.au/news/105098958
Paper: doi.org/10.1080/26895269.2024.2447768
#transhealth #transjoy #gendereuphoria
Such a privilege to share our voices this week ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ๐ฃ๏ธ
Clare Headland + I spoke to Master of Public Health students about trans health, allyship, and fighting disinfo in healthcare ๐ฌ๐ก๏ธ
Grateful to all who listened + learned! ๐
#transhealth #allyship #publichealth
Clare Headland + I spoke to Master of Public Health students about trans health, allyship, and fighting disinfo in healthcare ๐ฌ๐ก๏ธ
Grateful to all who listened + learned! ๐
#transhealth #allyship #publichealth
June 1, 2025 at 11:20 PM
Such a privilege to share our voices this week ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ๐ฃ๏ธ
Clare Headland + I spoke to Master of Public Health students about trans health, allyship, and fighting disinfo in healthcare ๐ฌ๐ก๏ธ
Grateful to all who listened + learned! ๐
#transhealth #allyship #publichealth
Clare Headland + I spoke to Master of Public Health students about trans health, allyship, and fighting disinfo in healthcare ๐ฌ๐ก๏ธ
Grateful to all who listened + learned! ๐
#transhealth #allyship #publichealth
๐จ Estradot patch shortage in Australia until 31 Dec 2025.
If you're using it for #GAHT #HRT #MHT, talk to your doctor about alternatives: gels, tablets, or implants ๐งด๐๐.
TGA has okโd ๐ฉ๐ช Estramon + ๐บ๐ธ Estradiol Transdermal System til 30 Jun.
#transhealth #genderaffirmingcare #menopause
If you're using it for #GAHT #HRT #MHT, talk to your doctor about alternatives: gels, tablets, or implants ๐งด๐๐.
TGA has okโd ๐ฉ๐ช Estramon + ๐บ๐ธ Estradiol Transdermal System til 30 Jun.
#transhealth #genderaffirmingcare #menopause
June 1, 2025 at 6:41 AM
๐จ Estradot patch shortage in Australia until 31 Dec 2025.
If you're using it for #GAHT #HRT #MHT, talk to your doctor about alternatives: gels, tablets, or implants ๐งด๐๐.
TGA has okโd ๐ฉ๐ช Estramon + ๐บ๐ธ Estradiol Transdermal System til 30 Jun.
#transhealth #genderaffirmingcare #menopause
If you're using it for #GAHT #HRT #MHT, talk to your doctor about alternatives: gels, tablets, or implants ๐งด๐๐.
TGA has okโd ๐ฉ๐ช Estramon + ๐บ๐ธ Estradiol Transdermal System til 30 Jun.
#transhealth #genderaffirmingcare #menopause
Last week Dr Sav Zwickl spoke at #ANZCA2025 in Cairns on trans health in pain and anaesthesia care. ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ A great step toward better-informed, inclusive practice.
Clinician resources ๐ transresearch.org.au/professionalresources
Interview ๐ฅ youtu.be/8lPYGlhE02Y
Clinician resources ๐ transresearch.org.au/professionalresources
Interview ๐ฅ youtu.be/8lPYGlhE02Y
May 31, 2025 at 3:37 AM
Last week Dr Sav Zwickl spoke at #ANZCA2025 in Cairns on trans health in pain and anaesthesia care. ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ A great step toward better-informed, inclusive practice.
Clinician resources ๐ transresearch.org.au/professionalresources
Interview ๐ฅ youtu.be/8lPYGlhE02Y
Clinician resources ๐ transresearch.org.au/professionalresources
Interview ๐ฅ youtu.be/8lPYGlhE02Y
Reposted by Ada Cheung
New Opinion article just published ๐ค : Approach to prolactin monitoring and hyperprolactinaemia in transgender and gender-diverse individuals undergoing gender affirming hormone therapy www.frontiersin.org/journals/end... #transgender #transhealth @adacheung.bsky.social @maccatino.bsky.social
https://frontiersin.org/articles/10.33โฆ
May 28, 2025 at 11:38 AM
New Opinion article just published ๐ค : Approach to prolactin monitoring and hyperprolactinaemia in transgender and gender-diverse individuals undergoing gender affirming hormone therapy www.frontiersin.org/journals/end... #transgender #transhealth @adacheung.bsky.social @maccatino.bsky.social
๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ Just featured in CNN's explainer on #trans athletes, science & fairness in #sport. ๐งฌ๐ช Hormone therapy changes bodiesโbut policy must consider more than #testosterone. This is about equity, not exclusion. โ๏ธ๐ edition.cnn.com/2025/05/29/h...
Do transgender women have an athletic advantage? Hereโs what the science does โ and doesnโt โ say | CNN
What are the stakes when a fraction of a second, the length of an extended arm or the weight of a body in motion can mean the difference between victory and defeat?
edition.cnn.com
May 30, 2025 at 12:09 AM
๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ Just featured in CNN's explainer on #trans athletes, science & fairness in #sport. ๐งฌ๐ช Hormone therapy changes bodiesโbut policy must consider more than #testosterone. This is about equity, not exclusion. โ๏ธ๐ edition.cnn.com/2025/05/29/h...
๐ Nervous system patterns, especially for those with trauma histories.
๐ Hormonal cycles, if periods are still occurring despite testosterone.
Our blog post explores the treatment options available. View it here: www.transresearch.org.au/post/pelvic-...
#TransHealth #PelvicPain #TestosteroneTherapy
๐ Hormonal cycles, if periods are still occurring despite testosterone.
Our blog post explores the treatment options available. View it here: www.transresearch.org.au/post/pelvic-...
#TransHealth #PelvicPain #TestosteroneTherapy
Pelvic Pain on Testosterone: Whatโs Going On and What Can Help
Pelvic pain on testosterone is common and treatable. You deserve care that supports your body and your identity.
www.transresearch.org.au
May 29, 2025 at 6:22 AM
๐ Nervous system patterns, especially for those with trauma histories.
๐ Hormonal cycles, if periods are still occurring despite testosterone.
Our blog post explores the treatment options available. View it here: www.transresearch.org.au/post/pelvic-...
#TransHealth #PelvicPain #TestosteroneTherapy
๐ Hormonal cycles, if periods are still occurring despite testosterone.
Our blog post explores the treatment options available. View it here: www.transresearch.org.au/post/pelvic-...
#TransHealth #PelvicPain #TestosteroneTherapy
Itโs often not just one thing, it could be:
๐ Tight pelvic floor muscles. Testosterone can increase muscle bulk and tension.
๐ Genital changes, such as atrophy or increased sensitivity.
๐ Surgical factors; post-op changes and scar tissue.
๐ Avoiding the toilet due to safety or access concerns.
๐ Tight pelvic floor muscles. Testosterone can increase muscle bulk and tension.
๐ Genital changes, such as atrophy or increased sensitivity.
๐ Surgical factors; post-op changes and scar tissue.
๐ Avoiding the toilet due to safety or access concerns.
Pelvic Pain on Testosterone: Whatโs Going On and What Can Help
Pelvic pain on testosterone is common and treatable. You deserve care that supports your body and your identity.
www.transresearch.org.au
May 29, 2025 at 6:22 AM
Itโs often not just one thing, it could be:
๐ Tight pelvic floor muscles. Testosterone can increase muscle bulk and tension.
๐ Genital changes, such as atrophy or increased sensitivity.
๐ Surgical factors; post-op changes and scar tissue.
๐ Avoiding the toilet due to safety or access concerns.
๐ Tight pelvic floor muscles. Testosterone can increase muscle bulk and tension.
๐ Genital changes, such as atrophy or increased sensitivity.
๐ Surgical factors; post-op changes and scar tissue.
๐ Avoiding the toilet due to safety or access concerns.