Diazepam-Induced Amnesia for Cardioversion

The document reports on diffuse alopecia observed in five female patients during or following the use of oral contraceptive drugs. The alopecia that occurred during the administration of these drugs is similar to male-pattern baldness, while the alopecia that developed after discontinuation is comparable to telogen effluvium, a condition often seen postpartum. The study suggests that oral contraceptives may be a common cause of hair loss in women of childbearing age, as all five cases were observed within a six-month period. The document includes case reports detailing the onset and characteristics of hair loss in these patients, with one case showing 55% of plucked hairs in the telogen phase, and another case revealing 11% in telogen. The document implies that alopecia from oral contraceptives could be a significant and frequent issue for women.