How Does Birth Control Affect Hormones?

Almost all types of hormonal birth control switch off ovarian function and, therefore, switch off the ovarian hormones estradiol, testosterone, and progesterone. Here’s a bit more about each method. Hormones during a natural menstrual cycle In a healthy, natural menstrual cycle, hormones are made by ovulating. Specifically, the ovarian hormones estradiol and testosterone are made ... Read more

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