research Pregnancy, hair loss, and the pill.
Stopping the pill and giving birth both caused hair loss.
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5 / 1000+ results research Comparison of two contraceptive pills containing drospirenone and 20 μg or 30 μg ethinyl estradiol for polycystic ovary syndrome
Both contraceptive pill doses effectively reduced androgen levels in women with PCOS.
research YouTube and the implementation and discontinuation of the oral contraceptive pill: A mixed-method content analysis
Most women felt positive after stopping oral contraceptive pills despite some side effects.
research Knowledge and beliefs about the use/abuse of oral contraceptive pills among males: A mixed-method explanatory sequential study in community pharmacy settings
Many men misuse oral contraceptive pills for things like hair growth and muscle gain.
research Use of combined oral contraceptives and risk of venous thromboembolism in young women: a nested case–control analysis using German claims data
Some birth control pills increase young women's risk of blood clots more than others.
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5 / 368 resultscommunity 34/F with hair thinning
A 34-year-old female is experiencing hair thinning after stopping birth control pills and a damaging hair treatment. She has normal bloodwork and a normal trichogram but is considering trying MSM or Saw Palmetto for her hair loss.
community 24 (F), shedding hair for nearly 8-9 months
A 24-year-old female experiencing hair shedding for 8-9 months suspects it may be due to stress or birth control pills. She plans to consult a dermatologist and gynecologist for further insight.
community Why is Finasteride seen as “scary” for men, but hormonal birth control is totally normalized for women?
Finasteride is seen as risky for men due to side effects like erectile dysfunction, while hormonal birth control for women is normalized despite its side effects. The discussion points out a double standard influenced by societal and gender norms.
community Got my DHT levels checked. 38 year old female. Still losing hair.
A 38-year-old female is experiencing hair loss despite having almost undetectable DHT levels after using dutasteride. Suggestions include checking for PCOS, thyroid issues, adjusting diet, considering the impact of birth control, and trying treatments like tretinoin, redensyl, retinol, and minoxidil with derma stamping.
community Rant: Rejected request for fin YET AGAIN, guess DIY is my only option 🙃
A woman has been struggling with hair loss for over 12 years and is frustrated with doctors refusing to prescribe finasteride due to potential birth defects and unproven breast cancer risk. She's considering self-treatment or permanent birth control, after being offered only minoxidil, PRP therapy, and weaker natural supplements like Saw Palmetto.
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