Cis Woman vs. Trans Woman

Attribute	Cis Woman	Trans Woman
Assigned Gender at Birth	Female	Male
Gender Identity	Female	Female
Medical Transition	N/A	Possible
Social Transition	N/A	Possible
Experiences with Gender Dysphoria	Less likely	More likely

Physical Attributes

Cis women are individuals who were assigned female at birth and typically have physical characteristics such as breasts, a uterus, and ovaries. These physical attributes are often associated with femininity in society. On the other hand, trans women are individuals who were assigned male at birth but identify and live as women. They may undergo hormone replacement therapy and/or gender-affirming surgeries to align their physical attributes with their gender identity.

Social Experiences

Cis women may have different social experiences compared to trans women due to their assigned gender at birth. They may face challenges related to sexism, gender discrimination, and societal expectations of femininity. Trans women, on the other hand, may experience discrimination and stigma related to their gender identity. They may face transphobia, violence, and barriers to accessing healthcare and other services.

Identity and Self-Expression

Cis women may have a sense of gender identity that aligns with their assigned sex at birth. They may express their femininity in various ways, such as through clothing, hairstyles, and behaviors. Trans women, on the other hand, may have a gender identity that differs from their assigned sex at birth. They may express their gender identity through transitioning, which can involve changes in appearance, name, and pronouns.

Healthcare Needs

Cis women may have specific healthcare needs related to reproductive health, such as menstrual care, contraception, and pregnancy-related services. They may also require screenings for conditions like breast cancer and cervical cancer. Trans women, on the other hand, may have unique healthcare needs related to hormone therapy, gender-affirming surgeries, and mental health support. They may face challenges in accessing culturally competent and inclusive healthcare services.

Intersectionality

Both cis women and trans women may have intersecting identities that influence their experiences and perspectives. Cis women of color, for example, may face racism in addition to sexism. Trans women of color may face racism, transphobia, and other forms of discrimination. It is important to recognize and address the intersectional nature of gender identity and other social identities.