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What is the best birth control for pcos to control androgens and not cause to be very emotional?

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Amy OCP: The first line treatment for pcos is cycle control and ovarian suppression with cyclic hormones - usually with ocp's (or nuva ring or Ortho Evra patch). Suppression of the ovaries will eventually result in a decrease in circulation testosterone levels.

Answered 6/30/2014

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