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Do you routinely check lipid panels for transgender men on testosterone replacement therapy?

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Primary Care · University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
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Yes, I check it at baseline before starting masculinizing treatment and thereafter as often as recommended for a masculine person of that same age group and same calculated cardiovascular risk. More often if medically indicated. It is important to discuss cardiovascular health and education on risk ...

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