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How can i increase my low shbg coupled with high free testosterone levels? i'm a young female, lean, active, & suffering from a surge acne severity.

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Dr. Arlo Miller answered

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OCPs: Hormonal therapy with an estrogen containing oral contraceptive will do exactly what you are looking for. Ortho tri-cyclin and Yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) are fda approved for acne and are good choices.

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Answered 2/13/2015

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A member asked:

How can i increase my low shbg coupled with high free testosterone levels? i'm a young female, lean, active, & suffering from a surge acne severity.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Arlo Miller answered

Dr Lin and another doctor agreed

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