Facial Hidradenitis Suppurativa in a 28-Year-Old Male Responding to Finasteride

    January 2012 in “ Dermatology ”
    Doménech, Carles, J. Matarredona, J.C. Escribano-Stablé, Jesús Devesa, José Vicente, Ana Jaén
    Image of study
    TLDR Finasteride helped treat a 28-year-old's facial skin condition.
    The paper describes a case of a 28-year-old male with facial hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) who responded positively to finasteride treatment. HS is a skin condition that can affect the face and back, and is associated with risk factors such as smoking and obesity. The patient had previously been treated with antibiotics and immunosuppressants, but showed no improvement until being treated with finasteride. The drug, which is typically used to treat androgenetic alopecia and benign prostatic hyperplasia, has been shown to be effective in treating HS lesions in some patients. The mechanism of action of the drug on the pathophysiology of the illness has yet to be clarified.
    Discuss this study in the Community →

    Research cited in this study

    2 / 2 results

    Related Community Posts Join

    6 / 1000+ results

      community Diagnosed with MPB at 16 (Male)

      in Treatment  54 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 16-year-old diagnosed with male pattern baldness (MPB) was prescribed hair vitamins, vitamin D, a non-ketoconazole shampoo, and redenysl + serum, with a suggestion for GFC or IHRF treatments. Some users recommended minoxidil, ketoconazole, and derma stamping, while others advised against certain treatments until the age of 18.

      community Getting Ed from 1mg of fin not sure what to do

      in Finasteride  190 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced erectile dysfunction from 1mg finasteride and sought advice on whether to continue, reduce dosage, or switch treatments. Suggestions included switching to topical finasteride, adding minoxidil, or trying dutasteride.

      community Topical finasteride in liposomal formulation

      in Finasteride  5 upvotes 4 years ago
      Topical finasteride in a liposomal formulation reduces systemic absorption compared to ethanol solutions. The user is seeking sources for such products, noting that popular options like morr-f are not liposomal.

      community 10 Years on Fin + Min: My story & insight on sides.

      in Finasteride  130 upvotes 4 years ago
      User shares 10-year experience using Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss with positive results and no significant side effects. Others suggest consistency, microneedling, and considering hair transplants.

      community Dutasteride Mega Guide – Better Than Finasteride?

      in Finasteride  88 upvotes 4 years ago
      The potential risks and benefits of using Dutasteride as a hair loss treatment, compared to using Finasteride or other treatments like RU58841 or Accutane. People discussed their personal experiences with these treatments and shared advice on how to proceed.

    Related Research

    6 / 6 results