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    GlossaryYaz (Yaz contraceptive)

    oral contraceptive combining drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol

    Yaz is a brand of oral contraceptive that contains a combination of drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol. It is used to prevent pregnancy and can also be prescribed to treat moderate acne and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) in women who choose to use an oral contraceptive for birth control.

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      Pharmacologic Therapy of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      research Pharmacologic Therapy of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      37 citations, February 2007 in “Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology”
      The document concludes that treating PCOS requires a combination of drugs to manage reproductive and metabolic symptoms, with more research needed on combination therapies.
      Hormonal Therapy for Acne

      research Hormonal Therapy for Acne

      96 citations, September 2008 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”
      Hormonal treatments, including birth control and antiandrogens, can effectively treat acne in women.
      Hormone Therapy in Acne

      research Hormone Therapy in Acne

      24 citations, January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology”
      Hormonal treatment is effective for women with acne not helped by usual treatments, especially if they have hormonal imbalances.

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      community Dutasteride UPDATE (female) *sixth month*

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      A female user in her mid-20s with androgenetic alopecia and suspected telogene effluvium who has been taking Dutasteride, Spironolactone, Minoxidil, Dermarolling, Ketoconazol shampoo, and Yaz contraception for her hair loss for the past 6 months. She had a small shed during this time that she believes to be stress related.

      community Dutasteride UPDATE (female) *fifth month*

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      HairCarePls shared their 5-month Dutasteride update, mentioning previous use of Finasteride with no results. They also use Spironolactone, Minoxidil, dermarolling, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Yaz contraception for hair loss treatment.

      community Spiro for AGA in Europe

       7 upvotes 5 years ago
      Treatment options for female alopecia androgenetica, discussing the availability of spironolactone online in The Netherlands and other potential treatments like finasteride, minoxidil and RU58841.