The draft document ‘LGBT health: a primer for health care providers in India’ outlines key health issues facing LGBT people.

For example, a biological male, who identifies herself as a woman, might not feel comfortable using the restroom with boys or men. 85% of transgender students drop out of school because of the “bathroom issue”, says a study. Ideally, transgender students should be allowed to use the restroom that suits their gender presentation. However in some cases, other non-transgender students feel uncomfortable or raise objection.