research Skin Changes From Taking Hormonal Contraceptives
Taking hormonal contraceptives can cause skin changes, including hair loss, due to the effects of synthetic sex hormones.
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research Anti-Androgens: Their Use in Dermatology
Cyproterone acetate with ethynyl estradiol significantly improved acne and seborrhea in women, but was less effective for hair loss and excessive hair growth.
research Antiandrogen Therapy of Acne, Hair Loss, and Hirsutism
Cyproterone acetate is an effective treatment for women with acne, hair loss, and excessive hair growth.
research Carcinogenic Nitrite Preparations
Some birth control pills can cause temporary or more serious hair loss.
research Dermatologic Therapy Unit Anti-Androgens
Anti-androgens can help treat tough skin conditions like severe acne and excessive hair growth.
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2 / 2 resultscommunity Spironolactone for 11 years, finasteride for almost 5 years, started oral minoxidil in November 😢 ended oral contraceptive in Dec.
A user shared their 11-year experience with spironolactone and nearly 5 years with finasteride for hair loss, recently adding oral minoxidil and stopping birth control. Various treatments were discussed, including organic options, checking for underlying health issues, considering dutasteride, and the potential role of progesterone in hair loss.
community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.
A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.