research Contraception and the dermatologist 22 citations , January 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Birth control pills can help manage acne, but dermatologists should know their skin-related side effects, especially when prescribing drugs that can harm unborn babies.
research Contraception for Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Dealing with a Complex Condition 8 citations , April 2022 in “Revista Brasileira Ginecologia e Obstetrícia” Combined oral contraceptives are recommended for managing PCOS symptoms, but choices should be personalized.
research The injectable contraceptives depot medroxyprogesterone acetate and norethisterone enanthate substantially and differentially decrease testosterone and sex hormone binding globulin levels: A secondary study from the WHICH randomized clinical trial 4 citations , August 2024 in “PLoS ONE” Both injectable contraceptives lower testosterone and SHBG levels, with NET-EN having a greater effect than DMPA-IM.
research Alopecia due to high androgen index contraceptives 3 citations , July 2018 in “JAAPA” Some birth control pills can cause hair loss, and switching to ones with less androgen should help.
research [Female contraception: hormonal methods]. December 1982 in “PubMed” Hormonal contraceptives are highly effective but require medical evaluation due to potential health risks.