Background: Transgender patients have many unique dermatologic needs, yet the literature concerning dermatologic care of transgender individuals is lacking.
Objective: We aimed to provide a systematic review of the literature on dermatology care in transgender individuals to provide a foundation for future research and education.
Methods: We systematically reviewed peer-reviewed published studies that examined dermatologic treatment of transgender patients.
Results: A total of 110 articles met the inclusion criteria for systematic review.
Limitations: Because of a lack of quantitative research in transgender dermatology, much of the available literature included in this review relies on case reports and expert opinions.
Conclusion: Dermatologists have the ability to greatly affect the care of transgender patients, and there are ample opportunities for dermatologists to expand the literature pertaining to this population.
Keywords: LGBT; acne; dermatologic; dermatology; hair; skin; trans persons; transgender.
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