Hidradenitis Suppurativa in Children Treated with Finasteride: A Case Series

    July 2017 in “ Pediatric Dermatology ”
    Fernando Mota, Susana Machado, Manuela Selores
    Studysummary This study reports that finasteride was associated with an improvement in hidradenitis suppurativa among children aged 6 to 11, with no observed adverse effects.
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    1. Hidradenitis Suppurativa in Children and Adolescents: A Review of Treatment Options Paediatric drugs · 2014
    2. Finasteride for the Treatment of Hidradenitis Suppurativa in Children and Adolescents JAMA Dermatology · 2013
    3. Hidradenitis Suppurativa Treated With Finasteride Journal of Dermatological Treatment · 2005

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