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New hormonal contraceptives are safer, have fewer side effects, and offer health benefits for women.
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.
research Awareness of Sudanese Married Women About the Use of Hormonal Contraceptives
Most Sudanese married women in the study used contraceptives and knew about them, but many didn't know about emergency contraceptives or extra benefits beyond family planning.
research Sex Hormones and Related Compounds, Including Hormonal Contraceptives
The document concludes that sex hormones and related compounds have various effects on health, with both potential benefits and risks.
research Non-Contraceptive Benefits of Oral Hormonal Contraceptives
Oral contraceptives provide various health benefits beyond birth control, including managing menstrual issues, skin conditions, pain, and reducing the risk of certain cancers.
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5 / 517 resultscommunity 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.
community 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 diffuse hair loss on spiro with irregular periods (photos) + genetic hair loss
A 34-year-old woman is experiencing diffuse hair loss and irregular periods, possibly due to long-term spironolactone use. She is considering minoxidil and finasteride for treatment and seeking medical advice for androgenic alopecia and hormonal imbalances.
community Saw Palmetto cured my insanely itchy scalp/DHT itch
Saw Palmetto, rosemary oil, and vitamins helped relieve an itchy scalp and hair loss. Other users found finasteride effective for similar symptoms.
community We are manipulating our hormones, surely it's prudent to track bloodwork ?
The conversation discusses whether individuals using hair loss treatments like Dutasteride (Dut) or Finasteride (Fin) should regularly check their hormone levels through bloodwork. Some argue it's important to monitor the effects of these medications on hormone levels, while others believe it's unnecessary if there are no side effects, citing cost and practicality concerns.