Estrogens Do Not Protect Against Cardiovascular Death For TranssexualsMain

Note from Andrea: there is nothing graphic in this article, it talks about the effect of hormonal therapy on the cardiac health of transgender individuals. I included it for educational purposes, and perhaps some of my readers know of someone who would benefit from the information. If the subject bothers you, don't read the article.

Long-term estrogen use does not protect male-to-female transsexuals from death due to cardiovascular disease but does not appear to raise their overall death rate, a new study found. The results were presented at The Endocrine Society's 91st Annual Meeting in Washington, D.C. Click here for more information...