47 citations
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April 2021 in “BMC Medical Genomics” Certain gene variants can influence acne risk and severity.
8 citations
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May 1998 in “Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” Acne is caused by increased sebum, abnormal skin shedding, bacteria, and inflammation, not dirt; treatments vary from creams to antibiotics or isotretinoin, with severe cases needing a dermatologist's care.
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September 2021 in “The Medical Journal of Cairo University/The Medical Journal of Cairo University” Males with acne are more likely to have Metabolic Syndrome.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology Research” Acne in teens is linked to insulin resistance, especially in older males.
March 2022 in “Osmangazi tıp dergisi” Acne patients have higher levels of oxidative stress, but it's not clear if it causes or results from acne; antioxidants might help treat acne.
2 citations
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January 2013 Metformin improves acne, hair growth, and menstrual cycles in females with PCOS.
March 2017 in “InTech eBooks” Acne vulgaris is a common skin condition that can cause low self-esteem and depression, and early treatment is important to prevent scarring.
15 citations
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January 2016 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Start acne treatment early to prevent scarring, consider antibiotic resistance, use maintenance therapy, and manage side effects carefully.
1 citations
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April 2021 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Women with conditions like PCOS may have a higher risk of COVID-19, but treatments like isotretinoin could help those with acne.
5 citations
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January 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Use benzoyl peroxide, retinoids, antibiotics, and isotretinoin for acne, and combine treatments for better results.
31 citations
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January 1981 in “Pharmacology & Therapeutics” Oral retinoids are effective for treating severe skin disorders but have reversible side effects and risks for pregnant women.
37 citations
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January 2013 in “Postepy Dermatologii I Alergologii” Isotretinoin effectively reduces acne but causes dry skin, higher skin pH, more redness, and hair loss.
January 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Clascoterone cream effectively reduces acne severity and is safe for patients 12 and older.
1 citations
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April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” VB1953 gel significantly reduced acne and resistant bacteria in patients who didn't respond to clindamycin.
2 citations
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January 2011 in “Elsevier eBooks” Early treatment of acne is crucial to prevent scarring and psychological effects.
February 2026 in “Health Science Reports” Understanding acne medication chemistry helps doctors treat acne better.
138 citations
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July 2015 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Eating less sugar, milk, and saturated fats and more vegetables and fish may help treat and prevent acne.
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February 2011 in “Canadian Medical Association Journal” Acne treatment varies, with topical and systemic therapies effective, and more research needed on treatment order and long-term effects.
29 citations
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March 2019 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Acne is significantly influenced by genetics, and understanding its genetic basis could lead to better, targeted treatments.
August 2024 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Acne severity is not related to the type or severity of androgenetic alopecia.
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October 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Isotretinoin at a low dose for three months does not significantly affect hair growth.
January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that proper diagnosis and treatment of follicular disorders are crucial, with specific treatments for conditions like acne, drug-induced eruptions, and rosacea.
January 1990 in “Irish Journal of Medical Science (1971 -)” Retinoids are important for treating skin conditions but should be used with caution due to serious side effects and risks during pregnancy.
January 2012 in “The Year book of dermatology” Finasteride 5mg/day improves hair loss in normoandrogenic Asian women.
20 citations
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April 2006 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Antiandrogen therapies are beneficial for treating skin and hair conditions related to androgen levels.
May 2024 in “International Seven Multidisciplinary Journal” PCOS causes skin issues like excess hair, acne, and hair loss, needing a team approach for treatment.
Myrtus communis L. is effective for various health issues but may cause side effects if used improperly.
February 2024 in “Practical Diabetes” Spironolactone helps reduce hospital visits and death from heart issues, lowers blood pressure, but has unclear effects on heart failure with normal heart pump function and can cause high potassium and breast enlargement in men.
January 2015 in “프로그램북(구 초록집)” Epiduo® is an effective first-line acne treatment that reduces inflammation and combats antibiotic resistance.
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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.