Insights Into Skin-Lightening Practices of Hijra and Transgender Communities in India

AbstractA large proportion of transgender women in Hyderabad, India (150/223, 67.3%) expressed interest in a wide range of topical, oral, and intravenous medications for skin lightening; however, despite government regulations and the potential health risks, persistent demand for skin lig...

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Main Authors: Sriram Palepu, Vasudeva Murthy Sindgi, Aylur Kailasom Srikrishnan, Carrie Kovarik
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: JMIR Publications 2025-05-01
Series:JMIR Dermatology
Online Access:https://derma.jmir.org/2025/1/e66822
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