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research Hormonal therapy for acne: why not as first line therapy? facts and controversies

76 citations , December 2009 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

This review discusses the indications, contraindications, and potential for using hormonal therapy as a first-line treatment for acne in females, but reports no new clinical results.

research Adult female acne: Clinical and therapeutic particularities (Review)

4 citations , December 2021 in “Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine”

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 Adult female acne: Clinical characteristics and factors significantly associated with polycystic ovary syndrome

2 citations , August 2021 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology”

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.

research Eziopatogenesi e terapia dell'acne:studio epidemiologico delle caratteristiche cliniche di una popolazione di pazienti affetti da acne e analisi dei polimorfismi del gene codificante per il recettore degli androgeni e del gene codificante per il citocromo P-450 1A1

January 2008 in “Padua Research Archive (University of Padua)”

This study observed that hereditary factors were associated with acne duration but not severity, and found a potential role of CYP450 1A1 polymorphisms in acne pathogenesis.

research Association of Acne Tarda with Endocrinological Disorders

September 2022 in “Dermato”

This review discusses acne tarda, emphasizing its commonality in women and potential links to endocrinological disorders, but reports no new clinical findings and suggests collaboration with specialists for management.

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community "DHT Itch" and onset Seborrheic Dermatitis

in Research/Science 76 upvotes 2 years ago

The post and conversation discuss the link between DHT (a hormone), scalp itchiness, and hair loss. Some users share their experiences and treatments, including the use of fluconazole, corticosteroids, and ketoconazole shampoo, with one user suspecting minoxidil as a potential cause of their symptoms.

community Why not just take the drugs before hair loss?

in Chat 123 upvotes 6 months ago

Finasteride and dutasteride are discussed as preventative treatments for hair loss, with some advocating for early use and others concerned about side effects, especially before full maturity. Many regret not starting these treatments earlier due to their effectiveness in preventing or slowing hair loss.

community AGA evaluation and first steps - BEGINNER MEGAPOST

80 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses androgenic alopecia (AGA) and its treatments, focusing on finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. Finasteride is recommended as essential for preventing further hair loss.

community What is the ultimate hair regrowth protocol

29 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation covers aggressive hair regrowth treatments like Dutasteride, Minoxidil (oral and topical), RU58841, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. It also mentions PRP, laser therapy, GHK-Cu injections, and hormone therapy for maximum regrowth.

community So it turns out Post Finasteride Syndrome was never real?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 271 upvotes 2 years ago

Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is debated, with some users reporting severe side effects from finasteride, while others believe these effects are rare or psychosomatic. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

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