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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Depo-Provera: An Injectable Contraceptive
Depo-Provera effectively prevents pregnancy but has many side effects and safety concerns, leading to its ban in the U.S.
research Basics of Hormonal Contraception
Hormonal contraceptives are effective for teens but require careful consideration of side effects and individual health.
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 The Injectable Contraceptives Depot Medroxyprogesterone Acetate and Norethisterone Enanthate Substantially and Differentially Decrease Testosterone and Sex Hormone Binding Globulin Levels: A Secondary Study from the WHICH Randomized Clinical Trial
Both injectable contraceptives lower testosterone and SHBG levels, with NET-EN having a greater effect than DMPA-IM.
research Complications of Subcutaneous Contraception: A Review
Subcutaneous contraceptives can cause side effects like menstrual changes, headaches, weight gain, and pain at the implant site.
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5 / 80 resultscommunity SOS – The cure for women = PREGNANCY
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 Husband’s 2.5 month progress so far - I’m amazed!!
A husband saw significant hair regrowth in 2.5 months using minoxidil, finasteride, collagen, biotin, multivitamins, GHK-cu, microneedling, and scalp oils. His wife highlighted the routine's effectiveness and the importance of consistency.
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.
community Found the solution tressbros - 1.5 years 2.5mg oral minox, 5mg finasteride, 8mg estradiol valerate (weekly)
The conversation discusses a transgender individual's successful hair loss treatment over 1.5 years using 2.5mg oral minoxidil, 5mg finasteride, and 8mg weekly injectable estradiol valerate. Some users debate the appropriateness of this approach within the group's goals, while others support the individualized treatment and its additional benefits for transgender individuals.
community [30M] Regenera Activ (7 Weeks) + Topical Dutasteride/Minoxidil (12 Weeks)
A 30-year-old man shared his positive experience with hair regrowth using Regenera Activ, topical Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and PRP over 12 weeks. He plans to continue with injectable Dutasteride and emphasizes the importance of starting treatment early to combat hair loss.