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Is there a reason why i lose weight on birth control?
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Yes: When you take birth control, your testosterone levels fall. For a few women this can lead to weight loss.
Answered 3/3/2013
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Might be thyroid: Birth control hormones can aggravate thyroiditis due to hormone imbalance check with endocrinologist.
Answered 9/28/2016
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