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Glossary Oral Contraceptives

medications taken orally to prevent pregnancy

Oral contraceptives, commonly known as "the pill," are medications taken by mouth to prevent pregnancy. They typically contain synthetic forms of the hormones estrogen and progestin, which work by inhibiting ovulation, thickening cervical mucus to block sperm, and altering the uterine lining to prevent implantation.

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research Venous and pulmonary thromboembolism and combined hormonal contraceptives. Systematic review and meta-analysis

63 citations , January 2012 in “The European Journal of Contraception & Reproductive Health Care”

This study concluded that combined hormonal contraceptives containing desogestrel, drospirenone, or cyproterone acetate were associated with a higher risk of venous thromboembolism compared to those containing levonorgestrel.

research Combined hormonal contraception and venous thromboembolism

46 citations , January 2007 in “The European Journal of Contraception & Reproductive Health Care”

This review discusses the increased risk of venous thromboembolism associated with combined hormonal contraceptives, particularly noting higher risks with certain progestins like desogestrel, gestodene, and cyproterone acetate, but reports no new clinical findings.

research Efficacy of an oral contraceptive containing EE 0.03 mg and CMA 2 mg (Belara®) in moderate acne resolution: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled Phase III trial

42 citations , May 2009 in “Contraception”

This study found that the combined oral contraceptive containing ethinyl estradiol and chlormadinone acetate was effective in reducing moderate papulopustular acne and other androgen-related skin disorders compared to placebo.

research Contraceptive implant use among inner city teens

24 citations , May 1995 in “Journal of Adolescent Health”

This study of Black and Hispanic inner-city teens found that Norplant retention rates were 71% at one year and 62% at two years, with a history of induced abortion predicting higher continuation.

research Contraception and the dermatologist

22 citations , January 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This review discusses the role of contraceptives in dermatology, particularly for acne treatment and managing patients on teratogens, but reports no new clinical results.

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community SOS – The cure for women = PREGNANCY

2 upvotes 7 months ago

Pregnancy can temporarily reverse hair loss in women, but attempts to mimic pregnancy hormones with treatments like contraceptive pills, spironolactone, estradiol, progesterone, finasteride, and minoxidil have been ineffective. The discussion highlights the need for research into the hormonal mechanisms of pregnancy that affect hair regrowth.

community Female androgenetic alopecia (w/ PCOS) starting treatment

4 upvotes 1 year ago

A female with PCOS and androgenetic alopecia is starting treatment with oral Minoxidil, topical Minoxidil 5% with finasteride, and plans to add mesotherapy. She previously tried anti-androgenic contraceptive pills but couldn't tolerate them and is using Myo Inositol for weight management.

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in Satire 470 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling, with users sharing personal experiences and side effects. Some users mention changes in hair and semen consistency, while others discuss male contraception methods.

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learn Cyproterone

a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor

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