6 citations
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April 2018 in “Obstetrics, gynaecology and reproductive medicine” Most women with hirsutism have it because of PCOS, and they need long-term treatment including medication and hair removal to improve their condition.
6 citations
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July 2017 in “Plastic surgical nursing : official journal of the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgical Nurses” Microneedling is effective for skin rejuvenation and various skin issues, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
6 citations
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April 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hidradenitis suppurativa is likely caused by blocked hair follicles, not apocrine glands.
6 citations
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January 2001 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” PCOS can cause excess hair growth, oily skin, hair loss, acne, and dark skin patches.
5 citations
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May 2024 in “Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology Global” Upadacitinib effectively improved severe atopic dermatitis and alopecia universalis in a 29-year-old man.
5 citations
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September 2021 in “Dermatology Reports” Skin problems like acne and excess hair in PCOS are common and linked to being overweight.
5 citations
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August 2021 in “Clinics in dermatology” PRP is popular in aesthetic treatments but its effectiveness and safety are still questioned.
5 citations
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March 2020 in “Current Opinion in Endocrine and Metabolic Research” Skin problems in PCOS, like excess hair, acne, and hair loss, may not always indicate high male hormone levels and need careful diagnosis for proper treatment.
5 citations
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January 2014 in “BioMed Research International” Hormonal status significantly affects women's skin health throughout their lives.
5 citations
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January 2021 in “Dermatology Online Journal” An 84-year-old man developed a rare scalp condition from a cancer drug but continued treatment as it was otherwise well tolerated.
4 citations
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March 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Spironolactone for skin issues rarely causes low blood pressure.
4 citations
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July 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Adapalene microemulsions improve drug delivery through hair follicles, enhancing acne treatment.
4 citations
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January 2023 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Zinc is important for skin health, and supplements can help treat various skin and hair disorders, but more research is needed for conditions like psoriasis and vitiligo.
4 citations
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January 2022 in “Drug design, development and therapy” Intramuscular corticosteroids are effective and safe for severe alopecia areata, with most patients regrowing hair, but nearly half may relapse.
4 citations
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December 2021 in “Journal of Pharmacopuncture” Microneedle Treatment System is effective for hair growth and skin improvement with no serious side effects, but more research is needed.
4 citations
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July 2021 in “Journal of dermatology & dermatologic surgery” Microneedling is a simple, affordable treatment that helps with scars, wrinkles, stretch marks, and hair growth by boosting collagen.
4 citations
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November 2019 in “Harper's Textbook of Pediatric Dermatology” Endocrine diseases in children can cause various skin and hair changes.
4 citations
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September 2018 in “International journal of research - granthaalayah” Most female students at Qassim University know about PCOS, but there are still misunderstandings about it.
4 citations
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March 2009 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The conference highlighted new dermatological treatments and emphasized early intervention and addressing conditions lacking evidence-based treatments.
3 citations
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May 2025 in “Clinical Endocrinology” Evaluate and manage androgen excess in women with a systematic approach, considering both physical and psychological impacts.
3 citations
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November 2022 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” The pandemic changed the types of skin conditions seen, not the number of visits.
3 citations
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June 2022 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” During the COVID-19 pandemic, more people were diagnosed with stress-related skin conditions like acne and temporary hair loss.
3 citations
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January 2020 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Skin problems in patients with polycystic ovarian disease are linked to body weight, blood sugar, and hormone levels.
3 citations
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January 2019 in “JOURNAL OF CLINICAL AND DIAGNOSTIC RESEARCH” Idiopathic hirsutism is the most common cause, followed by PCOS, and insulin resistance should be checked in patients with acanthosis nigricans.
3 citations
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Advances in Medicine” The most common skin problems in polycystic ovarian disease are hirsutism and acne, and managing these symptoms is key for treatment.
3 citations
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April 2017 in “Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research” PCOS often causes acne, dark skin patches, excess hair, and hair loss, linked to hormone levels and obesity.
3 citations
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July 2015 in “International Journal of School Health” The most common PCOS type in adolescents is hyperandrogenic with polycystic ovaries.
3 citations
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January 2000 Psychoactive drugs can help treat skin conditions linked to psychological issues.
3 citations
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January 1992 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” 3α, 17β-androstanediol-glucuronide is not a useful marker for androgen excess but may help monitor certain treatments.
3 citations
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January 1985 in “PubMed” Hormonal birth control can cause skin issues, but low-dose options and those with antiandrogens may reduce these effects.