Re: the pill, hair loss and yeast infections
From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Tue, 8 May 2001 21:30:57 -0500 (CDT)
You need to be worked up for the reason associated with hair loss. We
usually use the pill in women with hair loss to stop the loss. It can
be several things, first thought being a thyroid abnormality but there
are other reasons as well.
Hope this helps and write back anytime for more information.
HSM
At Mon, 7 May 2001, lele wrote:
>
>I have been on several types of the pill for over two years now. I was
>on Necon, Levlite, Nordette, and now Mircette. While on the last two
>types of pills, I have had recurring yeast infections and hair loss. My
>doctor told me that there wasn't enough hormone in these pills to cause
>my hair loss, but as I continue to take these pills, it gets worse.
>Should I quit taking the pill all together? What can I do? Please help!
--
Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
Great Neck, New York
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