Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for skin emergencies and drug reactions.
12 citations
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May 2017 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Adult acne severity is influenced by stress, skin sensitivity, makeup, stopping oral contraceptives, and requires female-specific treatment guidelines.
October 2025 in “Pediatric Dermatology” A 16-year-old boy's facial condition improved with doxycycline, suggesting an immune response to hair follicle damage.
118 citations
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September 2004 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Hormones, especially androgens, play a big role in acne, but most acne sufferers don't have a hormone disorder. Hormonal treatments, including birth control pills, can be very effective for women whose acne doesn't improve with regular treatments.
1 citations
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November 2015 in “European medical journal” Acne is common and can be linked to various systemic health conditions and syndromes.
14 citations
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January 2015 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Brazilian keratin treatment can cause severe skin reactions.
103 citations
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September 2004 in “Clinics in dermatology” Blocked hair follicles cause acne, and studying tiny early acne spots helps understand its severity.
37 citations
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January 2011 in “Annals of Dermatology” ALA-photodynamic therapy helps reduce acne by causing acne cell death and lowering certain skin protein levels.
4 citations
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September 2006 in “Prescriber” Use topical retinoids for most acne cases, sometimes combined with other treatments.
14 citations
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January 2015 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Acitretin significantly reduced inflammatory attacks in a woman with Naevus Comedonicus Syndrome but caused side effects.
May 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Patients with acne and insulin resistance have different blood metabolites compared to those with only acne, which could help in diagnosis and treatment.
6 citations
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February 2023 in “Journal of nanobiotechnology” The new anti-acne treatment HA-P5 effectively reduces acne by targeting two key receptors and avoids an enzyme that can hinder treatment.
45 citations
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September 2000 in “Archives of dermatology” The study found that the enzyme linked to acne is present in the same areas of both acne-affected and normal skin.
January 2004 in “Side effects of drugs annual” Certain skin drugs and topical agents, including some natural extracts and fragrances, can cause allergic reactions. Some hair dyes and extensions, as well as minoxidil, a hair growth treatment, can also cause allergies. Botulinum toxin A can effectively reduce sweat but may have temporary side effects.
August 2016 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” Most acne patients were young males with face acne, with many experiencing worsening in summer and diet-related aggravation.
57 citations
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August 1995 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Acne severity is linked to higher levels of certain androgenic hormones, even when those levels are within the normal range.
37 citations
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September 2005 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” A man with scalp and neck skin issues improved after a year of oral isotretinoin.
January 2008 in “Padua Research Archive (University of Padua)” Hereditary factors affect acne duration, not severity, and late-onset acne in females has different causes.
June 2023 in “Lithuanian University of Health Sciences” Acne tarda is more common in women and those with darker skin, often linked to hormonal imbalances, and requires tailored treatment based on severity.
6 citations
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December 2015 in “Journal of Dermatological Case Reports” Intradermal testing can better detect corticosteroid allergies than patch testing.
9 citations
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October 2015 in “PubMed” Acne in adult women is common and requires thorough evaluation and treatment due to its impact on self-esteem.
10 citations
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January 2017 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” The conclusion is that more research is needed to better understand and treat adult acne, and that patient education and simple treatment plans are important for better results.
19 citations
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January 2022 in “Journal of Nanomaterials” NH-Tween-80 is a promising stable gel for treating acne.
6 citations
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November 1993 in “Contact dermatitis” Spironolactone in anti-acne cream can cause allergic skin reactions in some people.
1 citations
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January 1989 in “Journal of dermatological treatment” Azelaic acid may help treat acne by killing bacteria, reducing inflammation, and preventing clogged pores.
A rare skin reaction occurred when a man took paracetamol, causing a new rash in an area already affected by hair loss.
11 citations
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August 2007 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters” Scientists made a chemical (compound 4e) that can be applied on skin to reduce oil production, which can help with acne, but it might cause skin sensitivity to light.
88 citations
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July 2001 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” The method effectively measures lipid changes and drug effects on skin follicles.
1 citations
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January 2010 in “Serbian Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” The document concludes that effective acne treatment requires a personalized combination of therapies and long-term commitment, with retinoids being important for maintenance.
4 citations
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February 2025 in “Molecular Medicine” 5-aminolevulinic acid therapy reduces acne by decreasing fat production in skin cells.