research Porphyria Cutanea Tarda – a Case Report
Stopping oral contraceptives improved symptoms of porphyria cutanea tarda in a young woman.
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research Testosterone metabolism in the skin. A review of its function in androgenetic alopecia, acne vulgaris, and idiopathic hirsutism including recent studies with antiandrogens
Testosterone affects hair loss, acne, and excessive hair growth, and antiandrogens can help treat these conditions.
research Clinical features and presentation of polycystic ovary syndrome
PCOS is a hormonal disorder causing symptoms like excess hair, acne, irregular periods, and fertility issues.
research Women with clinically significant hirsutism always have detectable endocrinological abnormalities
All women with significant unwanted hair growth have hormonal imbalances, often from polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Oral isotretinoin therapy and milia formation in patients with acne vulgaris: A prospective study
Oral isotretinoin does not cause milia in acne patients.
research Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp: A case report
Timely treatment of EPDS can reduce scarring.
research Self-assembled polymeric nanocarriers for the targeted delivery of retinoic acid to the hair follicle
The new micelle formulation delivers acne treatment more effectively and safely than current gels.
research Azelaic Acid in the Treatment of Acne in Adult Females: Case Reports
Azelaic Acid is effective and safe for treating adult female acne, with few side effects.
research [Acceptability, tolerance and quality of life impact of cyproterone acetate treatment in female hirsutism. Comparison of 2 protocols in combination with oral or transdermal estradiol].
Cyproterone acetate with estradiol improved women's self-confidence and emotional well-being without a difference between oral or transdermal methods, but younger women preferred the oral method.
research 880 Divergent trends in acne vulgaris interest and research a decade of lost face value in the United States
Interest in acne is rising, but research funding has significantly decreased.
research Efficacy of myo-inositol in the treatment of cutaneous disorders in young women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Myo-inositol helps improve skin conditions and metabolic profiles in young women with PCOS.
research Assessing medication use patterns among patients with polycystic ovary syndrome at a tertiary care teaching hospital in South Korea: A retrospective study
Most patients with PCOS were prescribed medroxyprogesterone acetate or oral contraceptives, with some experiencing side effects or needing prescription changes.
research [Hormonal profile in men with premature androgenic alopecia].
Early balding in men might be a male hormonal equivalent of polycystic ovaries syndrome in women.
research Profile of Female Hyperandrogenism at the Medical Clinic II: About 19 Cases
Hyperandrogenism is a common hormonal disorder in women, often linked to PCOS.
research Chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus presenting as atypical acneiform and comedonal plaque: case report and literature review
Chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus should be considered when acne treatments don't work.
research [Long-term treatment of virilized women with cyproterone acetate (author's transl)].
Cyproterone acetate effectively treats virilized women, especially under 35, despite some side effects.
research Update on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects 6%-15% of women of reproductive age, causing symptoms like acne and hair loss, and increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease; it's managed through diet, exercise, and medications like Metformin and hormonal contraceptives.
research Hirsutism and Menstrual Irregularity in a 16-year-old Girl
The girl's hirsutism and menstrual issues were caused by a benign ovarian tumor, which was successfully removed.
research Book Reviews
Hirsutism in women can be a cosmetic issue or a sign of hormonal imbalance, treatable with hormonal and cosmetic methods.
research The skin findings of pregnant women and our treatment choices. A Turkish experience: a 5-year survey.
Turkish pregnant women commonly experienced skin issues like itching and acne, and doctors mainly used topical treatments due to safety concerns during pregnancy.
research Non-classical Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Presenting With Severe Androgenic Alopecia: A Case Report
Early diagnosis and treatment of NCCAH can improve symptoms and fertility.
research Rosacea and Rosacea-like Demodicldosis
Stopping the depression medication improved the woman's eyebrow hair loss, and a treatment for a skin condition caused by mites was effective.
research Prevalence and hormonal profiling of secondary amenorrheic patients presenting to a fertility clinic – an observational study
Hyperprolactinemia is the most common cause of secondary amenorrhea, followed by drug use.
research Noncontraceptive Use of Contraceptive Agents
Contraceptive agents help with menstrual issues, acne, and other health conditions in teens.
research The Genetics of Acne
Genetics play a major role in acne, but environmental factors and epigenetics also contribute.
research Acupuncture improves anxiety and depression in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome: a systematic evaluation and meta-analysis
This systematic review and meta-analysis, involving 12 randomized controlled trials with 2,127 participants, found that acupuncture significantly reduces anxiety and depression in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Acupuncture also improved testosterone levels, BMI, and waist-hip ratio without significant adverse effects. The study suggests acupuncture may modulate androgen levels and neuroendocrine pathways, contributing to its benefits. However, limitations such as sample size, methodological heterogeneity, and inadequate adverse event reporting indicate a need for higher-quality trials to confirm these findings.
research Hirsutism and baldness
Excessive hair growth in women can be treated with medications like spironolactone and finasteride, and male-pattern baldness in women can be improved with similar treatments.
research Understanding the role of Propionibacterium acnes in acne vulgaris: The critical importance of skin sampling methodologies
Precise skin sampling is crucial to understand the role of P. acnes in acne.
research Evaluation of affective temperament and anxiety–depression levels of patients with polycystic ovary syndrome
Women with PCOS tend to have higher anxiety and depression levels compared to healthy women.
research 17α-Acetoxy-6-bromo-16β-methylpregna-4,6-diene-3,20-dione
A new compound with strong antiandrogenic effects was found, potentially useful for treating conditions like acne and prostate cancer.