9 citations
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April 2015 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Hormonal therapies, like flutamide and cyproterone acetate, are safe and effective for treating adult women's acne, especially those with hormone imbalance or resistant acne.
7 citations
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December 2019 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Topical therapies show promise for hair loss and acne treatment with minimal side effects.
6 citations
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November 1997 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Women with acne and irregular periods had higher active testosterone levels, which could suggest the usefulness of antiandrogen treatment.
5 citations
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March 2021 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Biotin supplementation during isotretinoin treatment for acne may help maintain skin hydration and improve hair growth.
5 citations
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February 2019 in “BioMed Research International” Acne in reproductive-age women may be linked to conditions like PCOS and lifestyle factors, so doctors should check for these when treating acne.
5 citations
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May 2017 in “Current Opinion in Pediatrics” Hormonal therapies are safe and effective for treating acne in female adolescents, with specific treatments for those with endocrine disorders.
2 citations
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February 2019 in “Journal of dermatological treatment” A new surgical technique effectively cures acne in most patients.
2 citations
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July 2004 in “Proceedings of SPIE, the International Society for Optical Engineering/Proceedings of SPIE” Near-infrared laser therapy with Indocyanine Green dye improves acne by reducing inflammation without side effects.
1 citations
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January 2023 in “Middle East Research Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Acne is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects quality of life and needs better treatment strategies.
1 citations
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January 2019 in “Springer eBooks” Hidradenitis Suppurativa is a chronic skin condition best treated early with surgery for better outcomes and less recurrence.
1 citations
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August 2013 in “Springer eBooks” Birth control pills and anti-androgen medications help manage hair growth, acne, and hair loss in women with PCOS.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science” Acne vulgaris affects up to 90% of people, with increasing cases in those over 25. Traditional treatments like isotretinoin and antibiotics have significant side effects and limitations. Clascoterone, a new topical antiandrogen cream, blocks androgen receptors, reducing sebaceous gland activity and inflammation with fewer systemic side effects. It is effective for both acne and androgen-related alopecia, approved for patients aged 12 and older, and poses a low risk of feminization and gynecomastia in males. However, caution is advised during pregnancy. Clascoterone represents a significant advancement in acne treatment, offering efficacy and safety with minimal side effects.
June 2026 in “Quality in Sport” Treating hirsutism and acne in women with PCOS needs a personalized approach using oral contraceptives, antiandrogens, and sometimes metformin.
October 2025 in “Pielegniarstwo XXI wieku / Nursing in the 21st Century” Oral contraceptives can effectively treat acne by reducing oil production.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy Sciences” People with acne tend to have lower iron levels.
September 2024 in “Advanced medical journal” Spironolactone is effective and safe for treating acne in women, especially those over 25 with hormonal imbalances.
February 2024 in “International journal of health, medicine and nursing practice” Raising awareness about PCOS can improve women's quality of life.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy Sciences” Patients with acne vulgaris have lower serum irisin levels.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” Homeopathy may help improve acne scars and emotional well-being.
October 2021 in “Turkderm” Hormonal imbalances, not insulin resistance or dyslipidemia, may be more important in causing acne in women over 25.
January 2021 in “Revista Dermatológica Centro Uraga” Endocrinological evaluation is crucial for properly diagnosing and treating acne.
February 2020 in “Benha Journal of Applied Sciences” Insulin resistance and nesfatin-1 are linked to acne severity.
Diet and supplements can significantly affect acne, with some foods and nutrients reducing and others worsening it.
January 2019 in “ARC journal of pharmaceutical sciences” Acne can be managed with various treatments and requires psychological support due to its emotional impact.
96 citations
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September 2008 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Hormonal treatments, including birth control and antiandrogens, can effectively treat acne in women.
9 citations
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April 2021 in “Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy” Clascoterone is a new, effective, and safe acne treatment without systemic side effects.
2 citations
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July 2022 in “Cutis” Diet may influence acne development.
1 citations
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November 2011 in “Open access journal of contraception” Birth control pills with low-dose estrogen and antiandrogenic progestins can effectively treat acne.
232 citations
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June 1975 in “Journal of Steroid Biochemistry” Cyproterone acetate is effective for acne but less so for hirsutism and alopecia, with some side effects and quick menstrual cycle recovery after treatment.
117 citations
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February 2017 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Oral spironolactone's effectiveness for adult female acne is not well-supported by strong evidence.