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June 2022 in “JAAD case reports” A woman developed a severe skin reaction after getting a birth control implant.
November 2025 in “Yemeni Journal For Medical Sciences” Many women using contraception in Mukalla, Yemen, experience side effects like hair loss and mood swings, needing personalized care.
November 2022 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A transman experienced lasting virilization symptoms after stopping testosterone, which were resolved with estradiol treatment.
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April 2005 in “African Journal of Reproductive Health” Contraceptive implants are effective, long-lasting, and safe with manageable side effects.
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October 2006 in “Journal of Family Planning and Reproductive Health Care” The contraceptive implant Implanon may be linked to hair loss, but the reported case of alopecia could be unrelated to the implant.
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October 1996 in “PubMed” Many women removed the Norplant implant early due to side effects like headaches and irregular bleeding, indicating a need for better patient counseling.
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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.
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March 1976 in “PubMed” Neogynon effectively prevents pregnancy but may cause side effects like headaches and menstrual changes.
Depo-Provera effectively prevents pregnancy but has many side effects and safety concerns, leading to its ban in the U.S.
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July 2014 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Hormonal contraceptives can help treat acne by affecting sebum production and androgen levels.
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March 2020 in “Journal of Medical Internet Research” PrEP implants are promising for HIV prevention if the number of implants needed is minimized.
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January 2022 in “Proceedings of the Pakistan Academy of Sciences B Life and Environmental Sciences” Nanoparticles improve cancer treatment by reducing side effects and targeting cancer cells better.
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May 2025 in “Open Access Journal of Contraception” Low-dose ethinyl estradiol and LNG-IUD are safer contraception options for obese women with PCOS.
January 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” Sex hormones affect reproduction, sexual development, and oral health, and it's important for dental practitioners to understand their effects and interactions.
November 2014 in “John Wiley & Sons, Ltd eBooks” Eating high-glycemic and dairy foods can increase hormones that may cause acne and other health issues.
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June 2012 in “Human Reproduction Update” The conclusion is that there is a high demand for new contraceptives that provide both pregnancy prevention and protection against STIs, along with additional health benefits.
December 2025 in “Fertility and Sterility” Both LNG-IUD and systemic progestins are effective for fertility-sparing treatment, but close monitoring is needed due to recurrence risk.
March 2024 in “BMC women's health” The levonorgestrel implant increases free testosterone and lowers SHBG more than DMPA-IM and the copper IUD.
August 2010 in “Springer eBooks” Hormonal contraceptives are effective for teens but require careful consideration of side effects and individual health.
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July 2021 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” New dissolving and implantable microneedle patches have been created for a long-lasting, non-invasive delivery of the drug finasteride.
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January 2018 in “Curēus” Subcutaneous contraceptives can cause side effects like menstrual changes, headaches, weight gain, and pain at the implant site.
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December 1997 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America” Pediatricians should advise sexually active teens on safe sex and STD prevention, and discuss contraceptive options and their side effects.
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March 2002 in “Reactions Weekly” Some birth control pills increase blood clot risk; use them for specific conditions only.
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December 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The levonorgestrel intrauterine device for heavy periods may cause acne, hair loss, and excess hair growth.
Injection contraception has more negative side effects than hormonal pills.
COCs often cause nausea, vomiting, and hair loss, while Depo-Provera is linked to weight gain.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Health Science” Hormonal implants have many side effects that often outweigh their benefits.
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August 2024 in “PLoS ONE” Both injectable contraceptives lower testosterone and SHBG levels, with NET-EN having a greater effect than DMPA-IM.