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GlossaryHormonal acne treatment

therapies targeting acne caused by hormonal imbalances

Hormonal acne treatment refers to therapies aimed at addressing acne caused by hormonal imbalances, often seen in teenagers and women. These treatments can include oral contraceptives, anti-androgen medications like spironolactone, and lifestyle changes to regulate hormone levels, thereby reducing the occurrence of acne.

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research Is hormonal treatment still an option in acne today?

31 citations , June 2015 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Hormonal treatments are effective as a second-line option for moderate-to-severe acne in females, but should be used with caution due to health risks.

research Hormonal treatment of acne vulgaris: an update

46 citations , September 2016 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology”

Hormonal treatments are effective for severe or persistent acne and should be used with other acne therapies, considering potential side effects.

research The use of hormonal agents in the treatment of acne

14 citations , June 2016 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”

Hormonal treatments effectively treat acne in females and could reduce antibiotic use.

research ANTIANDROGEN AND HORMONAL TREATMENT OF ACNE

38 citations , October 1996 in “Dermatologic Clinics”

Certain hormone treatments can improve acne and related conditions in women.

research Side effects of common acne treatments

38 citations , November 2012 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Safety”

Common acne treatments can cause various side effects, like skin irritation and more serious issues, but combination therapies are often more effective and better tolerated.

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community Fin completely cured my highly resistant hormonal acne 22m

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride effectively treated hormonal acne for multiple users, including the original poster. Topical treatments like Winlevi are effective but expensive and not always covered by insurance.

community Using WinLevi (Clascoterone) for Seborrheic Dermatitis and Acne

in Treatment 4 upvotes 2 years ago

Winlevi (clascoterone) is discussed as a treatment for hormonal acne and seborrheic dermatitis due to its ability to block DHT and regulate sebum production. The post suggests that Winlevi could offer a novel approach for managing seborrheic dermatitis.

community is anyone using ru58841 against acne?

in Technology 3 upvotes 1 year ago

RU58841 is discussed as a potential treatment for acne and hair loss, with users debating its effectiveness and safety compared to other treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride. Concerns about RU58841's side effects and lack of clinical trials are raised, while some users share their personal experiences and routines involving RU58841 for hair loss.

community Hormonal Imbalance Theory and the "Trash Hormone"...

in Research/Science 2 upvotes 3 years ago

Balancing hormones, particularly testosterone and DHT, may prevent hair loss and slow aging. Treatments include finasteride, dutasteride, zinc, magnesium, collagen, and natural DHT-blocking shampoos.

community Anyone remember Breezula, the promising hairloss drug that was perpetually 3 years away? Well, it's available right now as an acme treatment. Can we just directly apply to the scalp?

in Treatment 41 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation discusses the availability of Breezula, a drug for hair loss, now being sold as an acne treatment, and whether it can be applied to the scalp. Users express skepticism about new hair loss treatments and suggest waiting for FDA approval.

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