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May 1986 in “Clinics in endocrinology and metabolism” This review explores how androgens and growth hormone influence the development of terminal hairs and sebaceous glands, attributing variability in hirsutism and acne to differing genetic sensitivities to androgens, but reports no new experimental data.
September 2016 in “Gynecology Obstetrics and Reproductive Medicine” This review outlines the diagnostic criteria and management strategies for polycystic ovary syndrome, focusing on hyperandrogenism's cutaneous manifestations, such as hirsutism and acne, and describes treatments like oral contraceptives and antiandrogens to address these issues.
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January 2002 in “Treatments in endocrinology” This review examines the role of androgens in cutaneous disorders and the potential therapeutic effects of different oral contraceptives, noting variations in individual responses and the influence of genetic and local factors but reports no new clinical results.
February 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this cross-sectional study at a tertiary care hospital, researchers found a significant correlation between cutaneous manifestations like hirsutism and acne and biochemical hyperandrogenism levels in women with PCOS, suggesting these skin conditions can predict elevated androgen levels.
March 2025 in “Annals of Medicine and Surgery” This review discusses the pathophysiology, diagnosis, management, and psychosocial impact of skin manifestations in PCOS and emphasizes the need for holistic, personalized care without reporting new results.