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Can a pediatrician prescribe hormones for a transgender teen?

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However, for transgender hormone therapy or puberty blockers, teens need parent/legal guardian consent. The exception would be if the teen has been deemed a mature minor by their medical provider. Examples of mature minors are teens who are parents or those who are married. read more

Patches/gels absorb directly through the skin, respond quickly, and allow daily control over hormone levels, but are insufficient for delivery of high doses. This is extremely useful in my case, as I am very sensitive to hormone levels, and balancing the hormones right is a big part of why I am transitioning my gender. read more

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