research Acne in the adult female patient: a practical approach
Hormonal therapies are safe and effective for treating adult women's acne.
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research 11 Treatment of hirsutism and acne with cyproterone acetate
Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism and acne but less so for hair loss, with side effects similar to birth control pills.
research Hidradenitis suppurativa/Acne inversa: an endocrine skin disorder?
Hidradenitis suppurativa may be related to hormones and patients often have metabolic disorders; more research is needed to understand this connection.
research Is hormonal treatment still an option in acne today?
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 Baldness, acne and testicular germ cell tumours
Men with testicular cancer were less likely to experience baldness and severe acne.
research What does acne genetics teach us about disease pathogenesis?
Acne is significantly influenced by genetics, and understanding its genetic basis could lead to better, targeted treatments.
research The evolution of healthy skin to acne lesions: a longitudinal, in vivo evaluation with reflectance confocal microscopy and optical coherence tomography
Acne lesions start with changes in hair follicles and increase in inflammation, suggesting a cycle that could affect treatment strategies.
research The frequency of polycystic ovary syndrome in females with resistant acne vulgaris
Many women with hard-to-treat acne also have PCOS.
research Oral Contraceptives as Anti-Androgenic Treatment of Acne
Birth control pills can help reduce mild to moderate acne in women.
research Acne and hirsuties in teenagers
Acne and increased body hair in teenage girls are normal but severe cases may need hormone evaluation and treatment can prevent diabetes linked to PCO.
research The relationship among androgens, insulin resistanceand ghrelin polymorphisms in post-adolescent malepatients with severe acne vulgaris
Lower ghrelin levels and certain gene variations may increase acne risk.
research Shedding Light on Acne Scars: A Comprehensive Review of CO2 vs. Erbium-Doped Yttrium Aluminium Garnet (Er:YAG) Laser Therapy
CO2 lasers are better for severe acne scars, while Er:YAG lasers are gentler with fewer side effects.
research Spironolactone in dermatology: uses in acne and beyond
Spironolactone is a low-cost, effective, and generally safe treatment for various skin conditions related to hormones.
research Antiandrogenic therapy with ciproterone acetate in female patients who suffer from both androgenetic alopecia and acne vulgaris
Ciproterone acetate improves hair regrowth and acne in most female patients.
research 3D-SeboSkin Model for Human ex vivo Studies of Hidradenitis Suppurativa/Acne Inversa
Scientists created a 3D skin model to study a chronic skin disease and test treatments.
research Longer TA repeat but not V89L polymorphisms in the SRD5A2 gene may confer acne risk in the Chinese population
Longer TA repeats in the SRD5A2 gene may increase acne risk in Chinese people.
research Acne
Acne is a common skin condition linked to diet, hormones, and genetics, and early treatment can prevent scarring.
research Case 1: Severe acne – not just skin deep
Severe acne in a young girl may indicate underlying hormonal issues.
research Managing the PCOS-Related Symptoms of Hirsutism, Acne, and Hair Loss
Birth control pills and anti-androgen medications help manage hair growth, acne, and hair loss in women with PCOS.
research Management of Hirsutism and Acne in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Narrative Review of Current Evidence and Emerging Therapies
Treating hirsutism and acne in women with PCOS needs a personalized approach using oral contraceptives, antiandrogens, and sometimes metformin.
research Retrospective Comparison of Inflammatory Markers in Severe Acne Vulgaris Patients and Normal Population
Severe acne patients have higher inflammatory markers than healthy people.
research Role of skin microbiome and exosomes in Hair regeneration and disorders in diseases like Alopecia, Acne: A comprehensive review
Restoring microbial balance and using exosome therapies may help treat hair disorders like alopecia and acne.
research Isotretinoin-based treatment in patients with acne: main physiological and psychological effects
Isotretinoin effectively treats severe acne but has serious side effects and requires careful monitoring.
research Efficacy of Fire Needle Therapy Combined with Doxycycline Hydrochloride in the Management of Moderate-to-Severe Acne Vulgaris: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Combining fire needle therapy with doxycycline improves severe acne more than doxycycline alone.
research Differential plasma proteome analysis reveals key proteins associated with insulin resistance in acne vulgaris patients
C4BPA protein may link acne severity and insulin resistance.
research A Classic Presentation of Acne Keloidalis Nuchae in a Black Male
Acne keloidalis nuchae causes scarring on the scalp, mainly in African American males, and early treatment is important to prevent lasting damage.
research Serum ferritin levels amongst individuals with acne
People with acne tend to have lower iron levels.
research Acne Keloidalis Nuchae Successfully Treated with Halobetasol 0.01% and Tazarotene 0.045% Lotion
A new lotion with halobetasol and tazarotene successfully treats acne keloidalis nuchae.
research 344 Topical carbamide peroxide for treatment of mild to moderate acne vulgaris
10% carbamide peroxide is safe and effectively reduces mild to moderate acne.
research The acne hormones
Eating high-glycemic and dairy foods can increase hormones that may cause acne and other health issues.