research Acne severity and the Global Acne Grading System in polycystic ovary syndrome
This study found that GAGS scores for acne were higher in younger women with PCOS and a lower BMI, but showed no association with levels of androgen hormones.
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research A Brief Review on Acne Vulgaris: Chronic Inflammatory Disease
This review discusses the mechanisms and grading challenges of acne vulgaris, highlighting the need for better treatment strategies and reports no new experimental results.
research Association of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) with Acne Vulgaris: An observational <span style="font-size: 1rem;">study</span>
This study observed that a significant proportion of women with acne vulgaris also met the criteria for PCOS, suggesting a notable link between the two conditions.
research Skin Semiology and Grading Scales
The document concludes that dermatology training and grading scales need to better represent dark-skinned individuals to improve diagnosis and assessment of skin conditions.
research Fractional ablative CO2 laser and oral isotretinoin—A prospective randomized controlled split‐face trial comparing concurrent versus delayed laser treatment for acne scars
This study observed that treating acne scars with fractional ablative laser concurrently with isotretinoin improved outcomes more effectively compared to applying the laser 6 months after isotretinoin treatment ended, as measured by the Quantitative Global Acne Scarring Grading System.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity How to cope with starting fin/dut too late
Regret over not starting hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil earlier, leading to significant hair loss. Users discuss coping strategies, including buzzing hair, staying on medications, and considering future treatments.
community Eirion Therapeutics Announces Potential Breakthrough Treatment for Hair Loss Based on First-in-Man Clinical Trial Results
ET-02, a new hair loss treatment, shows promising results with a 6-fold increase in hair count, potentially outperforming minoxidil by activating stem cells in hair follicles. Further trials are ongoing to confirm its efficacy and safety, with potential market release in the future.
community 22M loosing ground - 1MG fin + 2% Keto Shampoo
A 22-year-old using finasteride and 2% ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss sees mixed results after three months, with some improvement at the crown but worsening at the temples. Suggestions include waiting 6-12 months, considering dutasteride, adding minoxidil, microneedling, caffeine tonic, and retinol.
community Acne breakout caused by oral minoxidil?
Switching from topical to oral minoxidil caused acne breakouts, leading the user to revert to topical use. Finasteride was also used, but acne was suspected to be linked to oral minoxidil.
community Finasteride/ Dutasteride Cured my Acne.. Anyone else?
Finasteride and dutasteride helped users reduce or eliminate cystic acne and improve skin oiliness. Users reported no negative side effects and unexpected benefits from blocking DHT.
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