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Transsexualism and physical deformity.

L M Lothstein, A Billowitz

    The Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease
    |October 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary
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    This case study explores a male transsexual individual with a rare orthopedic condition, progressive pseudorheumatoid arthrotropy. His gender identity evolved as a coping mechanism for severe physical disability and social challenges.

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    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedics
    • Psychiatry
    • Gender Studies

    Background:

    • Presents the first case study of a male transsexual individual with progressive pseudorheumatoid arthrotropy.
    • Details a 28-year-old male diagnosed in 1976 with this rare, disabling orthopedic condition affecting multiple family members.

    Observation:

    • The patient exhibited significant skeletal deformities, requiring braces, multiple surgeries, and hip replacements.
    • Childhood experiences of ridicule due to his appearance contrasted with his sister's social acceptance, influencing his gender identity development.

    Findings:

    • Psychological testing indicated a desire for sexual transformation as an escape from physical deformity and pain.
    • Suggests the patient's transsexualism developed as an adaptation to profound physical disability and perceived male handicap status.

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    Implications:

    • Highlights the complex interplay between severe physical disability, psychological adaptation, and gender identity.
    • Underscores the need for holistic patient care addressing both physical and psychosocial aspects in rare orthopedic conditions.