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research Successful Treatment of Hirsutism in HAIR-AN Syndrome Using Flutamide, Spironolactone, and Birth Control Therapy
The document describes a treatment for excessive hair growth in a teenage girl using medication and birth control, but does not report the results.
research Combined Oral Contraception and Bicalutamide in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Severe Hirsutism: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial
Birth control pills combined with bicalutamide are more effective at reducing excessive hair growth in women with PCOS than birth control pills alone.
research Effects of Oral Contraceptives on the Quality of Life of Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Crossover Randomized Controlled Trial
Birth control pills containing cyproterone acetate improve the quality of life more for women with polycystic ovary syndrome after 6 months of use.
research Effect of Phlebotomy Versus Oral Contraceptives Containing Cyproterone Acetate on Clinical and Biochemical Parameters in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Blood removal and birth control pills both helped with hormone levels in women with PCOS, but birth control was better for regular periods and blood removal had fewer side effects.
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 / 271 resultscommunity 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 Men on here: did you have trouble getting a derm to prescribe you “off label” meds?
A woman with androgenic alopecia has been using birth control, spironolactone, finasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss. She sought to change her medications to dutasteride and bicalutamide, but her new dermatologist refused to prescribe them for off-label use.
community CTE and lots of shedding for over a year
A female user has experienced severe hair shedding since stopping birth control in late 2022, diagnosed as telogen effluvium with no signs of androgenetic alopecia. Despite healthy living and optimal bloodwork, she continues to shed hair daily but also sees significant regrowth.
community 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 Stopping Spirononlactone Hair Shedding? Please help
A person in their early 30s is experiencing increased hair shedding after stopping birth control and reducing spironolactone, which they've been on for years. They are concerned about the hair loss, which is different from their usual hereditary pattern, and are seeking advice.