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I am taking microgestin fe 1.5/30 and i been noticing my hair is shredding i started the pill on 5/5 & on my second week. why is this happening?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Sensitivity: Some women have a more sensitive response than others. Hormone can cause more hair to shift from the growth phase to the shedding phase. This is called Telogen Effluvium. It is usually temporary.

Answered 6/16/2018

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