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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research The Role of Oral Contraceptives in the Treatment of Hyperandrogenic Disorders
Oral contraceptives help treat hyperandrogenic disorders, improving symptoms like excessive hair and acne.
research Cutaneous Side Effects of Oral Contraceptives
Oral contraceptives can cause skin issues like dark patches, acne, yeast infections, sensitivity to light, spider veins, skin rashes, and hair loss.
research Oral Contraceptives and Cyproterone Acetate in Female Acne Treatment
Birth control pills and cyproterone acetate can help treat acne in women, especially when linked to hormonal issues.
research The Treatment of Hyperandrogenism with Oral Contraceptives
Birth control pills are effective for treating women with too much male hormone.
research Androgenic Effects of Oral Contraceptives: Implications for Patient Compliance
Newer low-dose oral contraceptives with less androgenic effects improve patient compliance.
research Oral Contraceptives as Anti-Androgenic Treatment of Acne
Birth control pills can help reduce mild to moderate acne in women.
research Alopecia From Oral Contraceptives
Oral contraceptives may cause hair loss in women.
research Melasma And Other Skin Manifestations Of Oral Contraceptives
Oral contraceptives often cause melasma and other skin issues.
research Effects of Oral Contraceptives on the Quality of Life of Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Crossover Randomized Controlled Trial
Birth control pills containing cyproterone acetate improve the quality of life more for women with polycystic ovary syndrome after 6 months of use.
research Effect of Phlebotomy Versus Oral Contraceptives Containing Cyproterone Acetate on Clinical and Biochemical Parameters in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Blood removal and birth control pills both helped with hormone levels in women with PCOS, but birth control was better for regular periods and blood removal had fewer side effects.
research Use of Oral Contraceptives in the Management of Acne
Birth control pills with low-dose estrogen and antiandrogenic progestins can effectively treat acne.
research Oral Contraceptives: Their Mode of Action and Dermatologic Applications
Oral contraceptives can help treat skin issues like acne and excess hair.
research Elevation of Serum Triglyceride and Cholesterol Levels from Isotretinoin Therapy with Concomitant Oral Contraceptives
Taking oral contraceptives while on isotretinoin may increase the risk of high triglyceride and cholesterol levels.
research Effects of Oral Contraceptives on the Quality of Life of Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Crossover Randomized Controlled Trial
Oral contraceptives with CPA improve overall quality of life for women with PCOS.
research Effects of Oral Contraceptives on the Quality of Life of Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Crossover Randomized Controlled Trial
Oral contraceptives with cyproterone acetate improved quality of life for women with PCOS more than those with levonorgestrel.
research Oral Contraceptives and Risk of Breast Cancer in Women Aged 20–54 Years
Long-term use of oral contraceptives, especially starting before age 20, may increase the risk of early-onset breast cancer.
research Differentiated Application of Oral Contraceptives Based on the Different Side Effects of Synthetic Progestins
Choose oral contraceptives with specific side effects to manage issues like acne and avoid unwanted effects.
research Oral Contraceptives and Antiandrogens Most Effective for Hirsutism Pharmacotherapy
Oral contraceptives and antiandrogens are the best treatments for hirsutism.
research The Effect of Two Combined Oral Contraceptives Containing Either Drospirenone or Cyproterone Acetate on Acne and Seborrhea
Both oral contraceptives reduced acne effectively and had similar positive effects on skin oiliness and hair growth.
research Use of Combined Oral Contraceptives and Risk of Venous Thromboembolism in Young Women: A Nested Case-Control Analysis Using German Claims Data
Some birth control pills increase young women's risk of blood clots more than others.
research Combined Oral Contraceptives Promote Androgen Receptor And Estrogen Receptor Alpha Upregulation In The Female Prostate (Skene’s Paraurethral Glands) Of Adult Gerbils (Meriones Unguiculatus)
Birth control pills increase certain receptor activities in female gerbil prostate glands and can lead to prostate changes.
research 28-Year-Old Female with Diffuse Thinning of the Scalp After Isotretinoin and Oral Contraceptives
Some hair loss from medication may reverse after stopping the drug, but treatment options are limited and ongoing research is needed.
research Acute Encephalomyelitis Syndromes Associated with H1N1 Influenza Vaccinations; Erythema Multiforme Secondary to H1N1 Vaccine; Cytolytic Hepatitis Possibly Related to Oral Contraceptives; Drug Rash with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS) Syndrome Associated with Lamotrigine: First Report; Behavioral Disinhibition with Baclofen; Minoxidil-Induced Trichostasis Spinulosa of Terminal Hair; Delayed-Onset Mirtazapine-Related Leukopenia
Various medications and vaccines can cause serious side effects.
research Testosterone Levels in Relation to Oral Contraceptive Use and the Androgen Receptor CAG and GGC Length Polymorphisms in Healthy Young Women
Oral contraceptives lower testosterone levels in women, especially those with certain genetic traits, and may be linked to increased breast cancer risk.
research Medical Treatment of Hirsutism
The conclusion is that the best initial treatment for hirsutism is usually oral contraceptives, with the addition of antiandrogens or insulin sensitizers if needed, and topical eflornithine or laser treatments as supplementary options.
research Antiandrogen Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Antiandrogen treatments combined with oral contraceptives can help manage hair growth and hair loss in women with PCOS.
research Compliance With Contraceptives and Other Treatments
People often struggle to consistently use contraceptives and other medications, and long-acting options might be better for those who want to avoid daily doses.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss: Current Treatment Concepts
Minoxidil 2% and 5% are common treatments for female pattern hair loss, with other options including anti-androgens, oral contraceptives, and hair transplantation.
research The Hyperandrogenic-Insulin-Resistant Acanthosis Nigricans Syndrome: Therapeutic Response
Most patients improved with oral contraceptives, but some needed additional treatment.