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Trans teens have something to say
Sage, a nonbinary high school student, stopped taking testosterone after developing PMOS, a hormonal disorder causing hair growth and irregular periods. Their doctor prescribed puberty blockers to manage PMOS symptoms, not explicitly for trans-related reasons, while a hospital closure impacted trans patient care.
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