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I think the general consensus is that lifelong dysphoria persisting from childhood into adulthood may be intractable. If you've already tried therapy of various types and your dysphoria is still present, there may be nothing else medical professionals can do.

That doesn't mean we should stop researching. Obviously, less extreme, less risky interventions would be preferable to hormones and surgeries. I have concerns about the dangers of medical transition. But at some point, people have to weigh quality of life issues. If your quality of life is poor or non-existent because of the dysphoria, the risks may be worth it.