Bone health and body composition in transgender adults before gender-affirming hormonal therapy: data from the COMET study.

Purpose: Preliminary data suggested that bone mineral density (BMD) in transgender adults before initiating gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) is lower when compared to cisgender controls. In this study, we analyzed bone metabolism in a sample of transgender adults before GAHT, and its possible correlation with biochemical profile, body composition and lifestyle habits (i.e.

Pens versus syringes to deliver insulin among elderly patients with type 2 diabetes: a randomized controlled clinical trial.

Background: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a prevalent disease among elderly population. As the disease progresses, insulin may become necessary. The use of pens application seems to be more practical.