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August 2013 in “International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics” 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.
October 2025 in “Nepal Journal of Dermatology Venereology & Leprology” This study conducted at Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital found no significant correlation between serum testosterone levels and acne severity in adult female patients with acne, suggesting that serum testosterone is not a reliable marker of androgen excess in this sub-population.
October 2024 in “INNOVATION RESEARCH JOURNAL” This study found a significant relationship between the severity of acne vulgaris and the quality of life among adolescents in Gresik, with many experiencing severe disturbances in quality of life related to more severe acne.
January 2013 in “Xiandai shengwu yixue jinzhan” This retrospective study found that finasteride may be effective for treating severe acne, though BMI and history of acne have minimal influence on acne severity.
August 2024 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Acne severity is not related to the type or severity of androgenetic alopecia.