Table 1.

Key aspects and findings on endometriosis in transgender men compared to cisgender women.

Aspect	Transgender Men	Cisgender Women
Prevalence Rates	25.14% (95% CI: 17.24–33.94%) [7,8]	10–18% [9,10,11]
Common Symptoms	-Dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation): 70.58% -Chronic pelvic pain: 50.7% -Irregular menstrual cycles: 14.9% [7,8]	Similar symptoms without the influence of testosterone therapy [1]
Symptoms Persistence	-Taking testosterone: 89.5% -Cessation of menstruation: 59.7% -Painful menstruation: 43.2% [5]	Symptoms managed through conventional hormonal treatments [12]
Healthcare Barriers	Significant barriers, negative healthcare experiences, avoidance of care due to fear of discrimination [13]	Fewer barriers, though misdiagnosis and delayed diagnosis still occur [14]
Psychological Impact	Increased anxiety, depression, and stress due to gender dysphoria triggered by endometriosis symptoms [13]	Significant psychological distress but without the component of gender dysphoria [15]