For many trans women, the decision to quit smoking is directly tied to beginning hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Nicotine is known to significantly increase the risk of blood clots and cardiovascular issues, which are already heightened risks when taking estrogen.
If you or someone you know is a trans woman looking to quit, experts and community members suggest several strategies: smoking tgirls
: A single instance of smoking is not a failure; the key is to keep trying. For many trans women, the decision to quit
: Some individuals describe how smoking helped them feel more connected to a "feminine" image early in their transition, such as the visual of lipstick-stained cigarette butts. For many trans women