research Frequency of polycystic ovarian syndrome in women with postadolescent acne
Women with acne after adolescence are more likely to have PCOS and should be checked for it.
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5 / 1000+ results research Etiology of Adult Female Acne–Systematic Review
This systematic literature review found that adult female acne may be linked to hyperandrogenism, a positive family history, and a high-glycemic diet, highlighting the role of hormones, genetics, and diet in its development.
research Adult female acne: Clinical and therapeutic particularities (Review)
This article describes adult female acne as a complex condition affected by genetic, hormonal, and environmental factors, with hormonal therapies highlighted as particularly valuable for treatment.
research Anti-Androgen Therapy in Female Adult Acne
This article discusses the multifactorial nature of acne vulgaris, detailing its link to androgen-induced sebum production, altered keratinisation, inflammation, and bacterial colonisation, but reports no new research findings.
research Adult female acne: Clinical characteristics and factors significantly associated with polycystic ovary syndrome
This study found that persistent acne in adult females is often moderate severity, and younger age, premenstrual flare, and irregular menstruation were linked to PCOS, suggesting a need for screening.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Female diffuse hair loss on spiro with irregular periods (photos) + genetic hair loss
A 34-year-old woman is experiencing diffuse hair loss and irregular periods, possibly due to long-term spironolactone use. She is considering minoxidil and finasteride for treatment and seeking medical advice for androgenic alopecia and hormonal imbalances.
community Female on DHT blockers, need some advice.
A female experiencing hair loss while on testosterone replacement therapy is using oral Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and finasteride, but still losing hair. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride, using topical anti-androgens, and reducing Nizoral shampoo use to prevent scalp dryness.
community Women complaining of bad effects from Winlevi (Clascoterone 1%)
Women experienced severe reactions, including Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW), from using Winlevi (Clascoterone 1%) on their faces. Concerns were raised about the potential risks of higher concentrations, especially for hair loss treatment.
community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.
A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.
community Female 37/F - On Meds, but no progress. Add PRP?
A 37-year-old woman with androgenetic alopecia is using spironolactone, oral and topical minoxidil, and considering PRP therapy due to lack of progress. She is unable to obtain finasteride, dutasteride, or bicalutamide and is exploring other options like Clascoterone and RU58841.
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8 / 801 results- Is clascoterone suitable for both men and women? Clascoterone is not approved for hair loss in either sex — the approved product is a 1% acne cream. The scalp version has completed phase III trials in men with sponsor-reported positive results; in women the only data is a company-reported phase II significant in one subgroup, so use is off-label and investigational for both.
- Is azelaic acid safe to use daily long-term? Azelaic acid has a long tolerability record on facial skin in acne and rosacea, where side effects are local and usually mild — but for daily long-term scalp use the only trial is one six-month study in 26 women, in which mild itching was the main adverse effect, so long-term scalp safety is not established.
- Can women get hair transplants? Women can get hair transplants, and procedures are tailored to their specific hair loss patterns.
- What is a female hair transplant? A female hair transplant is a surgical procedure to restore hair in women.
- Can women get scalp micropigmentation? Yes, women can get scalp micropigmentation for hair loss or thinning.
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