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Hormonal therapy is effective for treating acne in adult women, especially with signs of high androgen levels.
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research Oral Contraception and the Treatment of Acne: Where are we?
Birth control pills help treat acne, especially when caused by excess male hormones, and are safe to use with antibiotics.
research Combined oral contraceptives promote androgen receptor and oestrogen receptor alpha upregulation in the female prostate (Skene’s paraurethral glands) of adult gerbils (Meriones unguiculatus)
Birth control pills increase certain receptor activities in female gerbil prostate glands and can lead to prostate changes.
research Combined Oral Contraception and Bicalutamide in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Severe Hirsutism: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial
Birth control pills combined with bicalutamide are more effective at reducing excessive hair growth in women with PCOS than birth control pills alone.
research Progress on clinical applications of chlormadinone acetate
Chlormadinone acetate is useful for birth control and treating various hormonal issues.
research Clinical efficacy and safety of low‐dose flutamide alone and combined with an oral contraceptive for the treatment of idiopathic hirsutism
Low-dose flutamide helps reduce excessive hair growth and is even more effective with birth control, without bad effects on blood fats.
research Profile of the progesterone derivative chlormadinone acetate — Pharmocodynamic properties and therapeutic applications
Chlormadinone acetate is a strong, well-tolerated hormone used in birth control and hormone therapy with benefits for menstrual pain and skin conditions.
research Successful Treatment of Hirsutism in HAIR-AN Syndrome Using Flutamide, Spironolactone, and Birth Control Therapy
The document describes a treatment for excessive hair growth in a teenage girl using medication and birth control, but does not report the results.
research Acne: Hormonal concepts and therapy
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.
research Venous and pulmonary thromboembolism and combined hormonal contraceptives. Systematic review and meta-analysis
Some birth control pills have a higher risk of blood clots than others.
research Androgenic effects of oral contraceptives: Implications for patient compliance
Newer low-dose oral contraceptives with less androgenic effects improve patient compliance.
research Choice of treatment for women with polycystic ovary syndrome
The conclusion is that metformin is a first-line treatment for PCOS, particularly for restoring ovulation and increasing pregnancy rates, with other treatments depending on specific symptoms.
research Effects of Oral Contraceptives Containing Desogestrel and Drospirenone on Clinical, Hormonal, and Metabolic Parameters of the Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Oral contraceptives with desogestrel and drospirenone improve PCOS symptoms.
research Workup and Management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The document concludes that managing PCOS involves lifestyle changes, medication, and monitoring for associated health risks.
research A Perspective on the Evolving Landscape in Male Reproductive Medicine
Advancements in male reproductive medicine are ongoing, but more research and improved treatments are needed in several areas.
research ACOG Practice Bulletin No. 108: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The bulletin provides guidelines for diagnosing and managing PCOS, suggesting weight loss, hormonal contraceptives, and diabetes screening, with clomiphene for infertility and various treatments for excess hair.
research PCOS in adolescents
PCOS in teens is hard to diagnose, linked to genetics and lifestyle, and managed with weight loss and medication.
research The clinical management of hirsutism
The document concludes that managing hirsutism involves identifying the cause, using a scoring system for severity, combining cosmetic and medical treatments, encouraging weight loss, and providing psychological support, while noting the need for more research on drug treatments.
research Effects of an oral contraceptive containing chlormadinone acetate and ethinylestradiol on hair and skin quality in women wishing to use hormonal contraception
The oral contraceptive improved hair and skin quality in women.
research Acne in hirsute women
Hormonal treatments like birth control pills can improve acne in women with excess hair growth and hormone imbalances.
research Polycystic ovary syndrome: Challenges in adolescence
Diagnosing and managing PCOS in teens is hard, but early diagnosis and lifestyle changes are key, and more research is needed for long-term health.
research Cardiovascular profile of pharmacological agents used for the management of polycystic ovary syndrome
Medications for PCOS don't seem to raise heart disease risk.
research CONTRACEPTION AND THE SKIN
Birth control pills can cause skin issues but may help with acne and hirsutism, and choosing the right type can minimize side effects.
research Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome - A Pain for Young Women? An Autobiographical Case Studies
Early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS can prevent complications and improve symptoms.
research To evaluate the outcome of combined therapy of cyproterone acetate and ethinyl estradiol in PCOS
The combined therapy improved symptoms in PCOS patients.
research Management of teenagers with polycystic ovarian syndrome
The document concludes that personalized treatment, including lifestyle changes and medication, is essential for managing PCOS in teenagers, while also addressing their psychological well-being.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Conditions, Genetics and Current Cure
PCOS has no cure, but treatments can manage symptoms and improve health.
research New onset of alopecia in a young woman with end-stage renal disease
A young woman with kidney failure had hair loss due to a common hormonal disorder, which improved with hormone therapy.
research Finasteride Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss
Finasteride with oral contraceptive improves hair loss in 62% of premenopausal women.
research Shedding: How to manage a common cause of hair loss
Manage hair shedding by identifying triggers, possibly using supplements or medications, and tracking with a health calendar.