“There are definite links between acne and hormones during all phases of a woman’s life, from the teen years to pregnancy and even perimenopause,” says Christine Masterson, M.D., chief of the women ...

Contraception isn’t the only reason people take birth control; the medication can help manage acne, irregular or painful periods, PMS, and PMDD. The FDA has approved the use of some birth control ...

Hormonal birth control can both help and hinder chronic health conditions, depending on the specific method and the condition. Individuals with chronic conditions should consider how different birth ...