Researchers have linked a hormone used in some birth controls to benign brain tumours, but experts say it’s not a reason to drop your pill – Business Insider Australia

• Cyproterone acetate is a hormone drug used to treat acne, early puberty, and heavy periods.
• A study of 253,777 females in France found a link between the hormone and benign brain tumours.
• The hormone is used in birth control, but experts say the dosage is so low there’s no need to worry.
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A new study suggests a certain hormone drug could increase the risk of developing a noncancerous brain tumour.
The drug, cyproterone acetate, is prescribed to treat…

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