Endocrine Abstracts

Introduction: The prevalence of Transgender individuals seeking gender affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) has been increasing. This therapy has been known to be highly effective in the treatment of gender dysphoria and enhancing mental health in this population.Aim: To evaluate the overall impact of GAHT on self-esteem, well-being and social/familial relations in the Portuguese adult transgender populationMethods: Cross-sectional stu...

Introduction: The prevalence of Transgender individuals seeking gender affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) has been increasing. It is important to closely monitor this therapy in order to minimize the risk of adverse effects.Aim: To evaluate the safety and monitoring of the GAHT in the Portuguese adult transgender populationMethods: Cross-sectional study conducted in March 2021. Data collected through an online questionnaire ...

Recent evidence shows that are modifiable risk factors and preventable, the most responsible for the high morbidity and mortality secondary to multiple chronic conditions (MCC), and smoking is one of the most important representatives. However, we still lack studies of populations with MCC and its association with smoking status.Objectives: To identify clinical and psychosocial characteristics according to the status of smoking among users with MCC, at h...