Hidradenitis Suppurativa Treated With Finasteride

    April 2005 in “ Journal of Dermatological Treatment ”
    Michel Joseph, Elizabeth Jayaseelan, B. Ganapathi, John B. Stephen
    Studysummary This preliminary study suggests that finasteride may be an effective treatment option for patients with hidradenitis suppurativa, as six out of seven participants showed significant improvement.
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