I wanted to know if anyone has had a problem with hair shedding/falling out and what brand birth control pill would be best to take in the perio. years (one that does not cause more hair to shed) ? Thanks.

Yes, I have a problem with hair shedding/falling out, and I must wear wigs to look acceptable.

I don't necessarily blame it on peri-meonpause and have always blamed it on PCOS. Possibly years of extremely low ferretin.

I did take the BCP Alesse for a couple years and stopped, immediately before the very heavy hair loss began, and I have heard Alesse called a very hair-unfriendly pill.

Dear 'cat-e'
Have used Tri-sequens for many years and have had no problem with shedding or falling out hair.
Sometimes a Thyroid problem can cause hair loss so it might be wise to have a check-up.
Good Luck
Elizabeth

Hi Starmaiden,
PCOS is notorious for cause male pattern balding, it is the high level of insulin inhibiting ovulation and increasing androgens, male hormones, hence the hair loss. I am sorry for your condition, but PCOS is very responsive to low carb diet ( decreasing insulin level) and Glucophage, these duo does the best job.
I also believe BCP can causes problems with hair loss, I believe over time most of it not hair friendly.
I.