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      Hirsutism and Acne in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      research Hirsutism and acne in polycystic ovary syndrome

      169 citations , August 2004 in “Baillière's best practice & research. Clinical obstetrics & gynaecology/Baillière's best practice and research in clinical obstetrics and gynaecology”
      Lower doses of treatments for hirsutism and acne in PCOS are effective and cause fewer side effects.
      Treatment of Hirsutism with the Pure Antiandrogen Flutamide

      research Treatment of hirsutism with the pure antiandrogen flutamide

      130 citations , September 1990 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”
      Flutamide effectively reduced excessive hair growth and improved related symptoms in hirsutism patients without significant side effects.
      Acne: Hormonal Concepts and Therapy

      research Acne: Hormonal concepts and therapy

      118 citations , 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.
      A Review of Diagnosis and Treatment of Acne in Adult Female Patients

      research A review of diagnosis and treatment of acne in adult female patients

      116 citations , December 2017 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology”
      Adult female acne treatment should be personalized, considering individual preferences and pregnancy, using various topical and oral medications while managing side effects and resistance.
      Role of 5α-Reductase in Health and Disease

      research 9 Role of 5α-reductase in health and disease

      101 citations , April 1994 in “Baillière's clinical endocrinology and metabolism”
      5α-reductase is essential for male sexual development and its inhibitors have potential in treating various conditions related to hormone action.
      Pharmacology of Antiandrogens

      research Pharmacology of antiandrogens

      97 citations , November 1986 in “Journal of Steroid Biochemistry”
      Antiandrogens affect androgen-dependent body functions and are used for various medical conditions, with some risks like fetus feminization, but new forms like 17α-propylmesterolone show promise for acne without systemic effects.
      Primary Cicatricial Alopecia: Treatment Approaches and Classification

      research Primary cicatricial alopecia

      95 citations , November 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
      Treatments for permanent hair loss from scarring aim to stop further loss, not regrow hair, and vary by condition, with partial success common.
      Diffuse Hair Loss: Its Triggers and Management

      research Diffuse hair loss: Its triggers and management

      88 citations , June 2009 in “Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine”
      To manage diffuse hair loss, identify the cause, improve nutrition, remove triggers, and use specific treatments like minoxidil or finasteride.
      Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Overview and Management

      research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      87 citations , July 2018 in “Nursing Clinics of North America”
      PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, marked by symptoms like hair growth and menstrual issues, and requires personalized treatment.
      Ritlecitinib: First Approval

      research Ritlecitinib: First Approval

      84 citations , August 2023 in “Drugs”
      Ritlecitinib is approved in the USA and Japan for treating severe hair loss in people aged 12 and older.
      Dermatologic Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      research Dermatologic Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      76 citations , January 2007 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”
      Women with PCOS often have skin problems like excessive hair, acne, hair loss, and dark patches, which can be treated with hormonal and non-hormonal therapies.
      Alopecia Areata: An Evidence-Based Treatment Update

      research Alopecia Areata: An Evidence-Based Treatment Update

      72 citations , July 2014 in “American journal of clinical dermatology”
      Some treatments, like corticosteroids and sensitizing agents, can help with alopecia areata, but more high-quality research is needed.
      Folliculitis Decalvans: A Multicenter Review of 82 Patients

      research Folliculitis decalvans: a multicentre review of 82 patients

      68 citations , February 2015 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”
      Early onset and pustules indicate severe hair follicle inflammation, and while antibiotics help, the condition often worsens after treatment stops.
      Dermatology of Androgen-Related Disorders

      research Dermatology of androgen-related disorders

      67 citations , July 2006 in “Clinics in Dermatology”
      Androgens cause skin issues like acne and hair growth in women, often due to PCOS, and can be treated with medication and lifestyle changes.
      Medical Treatment of Hirsutism

      research Medical treatment of hirsutism

      66 citations , September 2008 in “Dermatologic therapy”
      The conclusion is that the best initial treatment for hirsutism is usually oral contraceptives, with the addition of antiandrogens or insulin sensitizers if needed, and topical eflornithine or laser treatments as supplementary options.
      Dienogest

      research Dienogest

      64 citations , January 1998 in “Drugs”
      Dienogest combined with ethinylestradiol is a highly effective birth control that improves menstrual symptoms and has manageable side effects.
      Physiologic Skin Changes Associated With Pregnancy

      research PHYSIOLOGIC SKIN CHANGES ASSOCIATED WITH PREGNANCY

      64 citations , June 1992 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      Pregnancy often causes skin changes like darkening, stretch marks, and hair growth, which may improve after childbirth.

      research Oral isotretinoin for acne

      58 citations , November 2018 in “Cochrane library”
      Oral isotretinoin may slightly improve acne but increases the risk of side effects like dry lips and skin; more research is needed to understand its full risks and benefits.
      Drug-Induced Acne: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment

      research Drug-induced acne

      52 citations , October 2016 in “Clinics in Dermatology”
      Some medications can cause acne, and stopping these drugs is the main treatment.