February 1978 in “PubMed” Some birth control pills can cause temporary or more serious hair loss.
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February 2001 in “PubMed” In Switzerland, 43% of men experience hair loss, and many switch to Propecia for treatment.
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November 1989 in “PubMed” Male-pattern baldness is a natural process with unclear causes, and while Minoxidil can help, the results often aren't satisfactory.
December 1990 in “PubMed” Some drugs can cause hair loss, increase hair growth, or change hair color, but stopping the drug usually reverses these effects.
Hirsutism is excessive male-pattern hair growth in women, often treated cosmetically or with hormone therapy if contraception is also desired.
Diane and Androcur 10 improved acne and seborrhea in most women, and hirsutism and alopecia in about half.
Cyproterone acetate is an effective treatment for women with acne, hair loss, and excessive hair growth.