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    GlossaryAcne Treatment

    involves methods to reduce or eliminate pimples and blackheads

    Acne treatment, also known as acne therapy or pimple treatment, encompasses a range of methods aimed at reducing or eliminating acne, a common skin condition characterized by pimples, blackheads, and cysts. Treatments can include topical medications like benzoyl peroxide and retinoids, oral medications such as antibiotics and hormonal treatments, and procedural interventions like chemical peels and laser therapy. The choice of treatment often depends on the severity and type of acne, as well as the patient's skin type and medical history.

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      research compound made to degrade androgen receptors in scalp

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      a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen

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      Side Effects of Common Acne Treatments

      research Side Effects of Common Acne Treatments

      38 citations, November 2012 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Safety”
      Common acne treatments can cause various side effects, like skin irritation and more serious issues, but combination therapies are often more effective and better tolerated.
      Hormonal Therapy for Acne

      research Hormonal Therapy for Acne

      96 citations, September 2008 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”
      Hormonal treatments, including birth control and antiandrogens, can effectively treat acne in women.
      Hormonal Treatment of Acne Vulgaris: An Update

      research Hormonal Treatment of Acne Vulgaris: An Update

      46 citations, September 2016 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology”
      Hormonal treatments are effective for severe or persistent acne and should be used with other acne therapies, considering potential side effects.
      Current Concepts in the Pathogenesis and Treatment of Acne

      research Current Concepts in the Pathogenesis and Treatment of Acne

      8 citations, May 1998 in “Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery”
      Acne is caused by increased sebum, abnormal skin shedding, bacteria, and inflammation, not dirt; treatments vary from creams to antibiotics or isotretinoin, with severe cases needing a dermatologist's care.

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      community He used Dutasteride for 20 years. Interview

      in Treatment  109 upvotes 1 month ago
      Dutasteride has been used for 20 years with some hair thickness improvement but no dramatic regrowth. The user also experimented with minoxidil, tretinoin, and peptides like BPC 157 for potential benefits in hair density and quality.
      The story of RU58841/ PSK3841

      community The story of RU58841/ PSK3841

      in Research  622 upvotes 4 months ago
      RU58841, a potential hair loss treatment, was not commercialized due to marketability issues and lack of long-term safety data. Concerns about its formulation and delivery methods further complicate its use.

      community Oral min vs topical comparison

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 2 months ago
      Oral minoxidil is claimed to be more effective and easier to use than topical minoxidil, with a 100% response rate, but it may cause unwanted body hair growth and has potential heart-related side effects. Topical minoxidil is less effective for many due to enzyme limitations, can cause scalp issues, and is more challenging to apply, but it avoids systemic side effects.

      community Kintor Pharmaceutical Announces AR-PROTAC (GT20029) Approved for Acne and Androgenic Alopecia Clinical Trials in China

      in Technology  14 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the approval of Kintor Pharmaceutical's AR-PROTAC (GT20029) for clinical trials in China for acne and androgenic alopecia. One user expresses optimism about new treatments being developed and seeks clarification on how the new drug works, specifically if it temporarily degrades the AR protein to reduce DHT sensitivity in hair follicles.