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Re: [Birth Control] Acne Reaction
From: R. Daniel Braun, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Fri, 2 Nov 2001 06:04:09 -0600 (CST)

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At Fri, 2 Nov 2001, Cindi wrote: >
>I am writing out of curiosity to Dr. Braun's November 01, 2001 answer
>to "Ortho Tri-cyclen causing acne?". Although I realize that an acne
>reaction is rare, please explain the biological meaning to this. That
>is, how does the body react to the Ortho pill in a way that triggers
>more acne? Gracias!

No earthly idea as to how or why. OTOH, we have a good mechanism as to why Oral Contraceptives as a rule help acne. The estrogen in them, increases levels of Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG) which in turn lowers levels of FREE testosterone. My comments apply to all oral contraceptives not just Ortho-Tri-Cyclen.

-- R.Daniel Braun, MD FACOG FOG **Note: Opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options and/or interventions.
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