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  • Title: [Significance and adverse effects of oral contraceptives in dermatology].
    Author: Schneider HJ.
    Journal: Z Allgemeinmed; 1971 May 31; 47(15):807-10. PubMed ID: 4253485.
    Abstract:
    Dermatologic side effects of oral contraceptives are discussed. Pigment formation similar to cloasma is among the most frequent effects and may be treated by sunscreen preparations and use of a low-estrogen hormone combination. Oral contraception is generally related to a decrease in sebaceous and sweat secretion and to an improvement in acne conditions. Hair growth may also be influenced by oral contraception. Ovulation inhibitors appear to encourage Candida infections of the genitalia because of their effect on carbohydrate metabolism, and porphyria because of their effect on liver function. Allergic reactions such as eczema and urticaria are observed occasionally. Varicosis and thromboembolism, although not strictly dermatologic, are the most serious of the side effects of oral contraceptives. Their presence should be regarded as a partial contraindication to the prescription of oral contraceptives.
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