6 citations
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April 2018 in “Obstetrics, gynaecology and reproductive medicine” This article reviews the causes and management of hirsutism, reports no new results, and emphasizes that prolonged pharmaceutical treatment is necessary for improvement.
4 citations
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November 2021 in “Frontiers in endocrinology” This study systematically compared pediatric and adult Cushing's disease patients, revealing more severe and earlier-onset symptoms in males, and distinct gender-specific clinical manifestations.
3 citations
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March 2025 in “Endocrine Connections” This study found that acne prevalence in late pubertal boys was 85%, compared to 15% in girls, with higher DHT levels noted in acne-affected adolescents compared to those without.
3 citations
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April 2017 in “Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research” In this study, acne was the most common skin manifestation among women with PCOS, significantly correlated with elevated LH levels and the LH:FSH ratio.
2 citations
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November 2020 in “Fertility Research and Practice” This study presents a new survey instrument that was cognitively tested for understanding menstrual cycle characteristics and androgen excess, including hirsutism, alopecia, and acne.
2 citations
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July 2020 in “Journal of Applied Pharmaceutical Science” This study examined the preservative and antimicrobial susceptibility of non-fermenting bacilli collected from beauty salon waste in Brazil.
2 citations
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January 2019 in “Egyptian Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” This study found no significant differences in insulin resistance between patients with androgenetic alopecia or acne vulgaris and control groups, but suggests insulin may play a role in the conditions' development.
2 citations
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October 2016 This article discusses the range of skin-related side effects caused by chemotherapy and radiotherapy, including novel patterns emerging with targeted therapies, but does not report new clinical results.
1 citations
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December 2024 in “Revista Eletrônica Acervo Saúde” This article reviews dermatological research on black skin, emphasizing its unique physiological characteristics and common conditions like acne and eczema, and suggests more focus is needed on its structural differences and clinical responses.
1 citations
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August 2024 in “SAR Journal of Pathology and Microbiology” This study observed that among Iraqi women with hirsutism, most had hypothyroidism and elevated hormone levels, particularly DHEAS and testosterone, with acne being the most common associated clinical feature.
1 citations
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June 2024 in “Revista Colombiana de Endocrinología Diabetes & Metabolismo” This review concluded that for women, the benefits of testosterone implants are outweighed by risks, with possible higher rates of irreversible adverse effects than previously reported.
1 citations
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December 2022 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” This study compared fluid PRF and PRP for treating atrophic acne scars and found PRF to be more effective, particularly when combined with needling. Both treatments improved scars, but PRF showed higher therapeutic response, suggesting it as a superior alternative for acne scar treatment.
This chapter reviews the combined use of platelet-rich plasma and microneedling for cosmetic enhancement but reports no clinical results; the authors highlight existing uses and suggest potential synergistic benefits in dermatology.
In this review, the authors discuss various skin conditions linked to hyperandrogenism, such as acne and alopecia, with a focus on androgen-targeted therapies, suggesting these are generally more effective than non-androgen-targeted options.
April 2026 in “JOJ Dermatology & Cosmetics” This review highlights that effective management of PCOS-related dermatological issues, such as hirsutism and acne, requires a multidisciplinary approach involving hormonal therapies, metabolic interventions, and lifestyle changes.
This narrative review concludes that long-term randomized controlled trials are needed to establish clear guidelines for testosterone therapy in women, given the lack of FDA-approved formulations and the variable quality of current treatments.
February 2026 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This study found that a family history of androgenetic alopecia and specific trichoscopic signs are strong predictors of female pattern hair loss, leading to a nomogram model for risk prediction.
December 2024 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” The researchers observed that dermoscopy is valuable for assessing acne scars and their response to treatment, with shorter-duration scars responding more effectively.
This source provides a comprehensive guide for general practitioners to enhance their skills in diagnosing and managing both common and clinically significant dermatological disorders, serving as a key reference in everyday medical practice.
Personalized care and evidence-based treatments are crucial for managing skin and hair conditions.
January 2023 in “Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira” In this study, Brazilian patients with inflammatory bowel diseases had a higher prevalence of skin lesions, including alopecia, xerosis, striae, and acne, compared to healthy controls.
September 2022 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The serum reduces acne and improves skin clarity.
September 2021 in “Selçuk Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi dergisi” This abstract discusses the dermatological symptoms associated with hepatitis C virus infections but reports no new research findings.
May 2020 in “International Journal of Clinical Obstetrics and Gynaecology” This article reviews the medical history and symptoms related to hyperandrogenism in patients, but reports no new clinical findings.
February 2017 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” This systematic review explored the feasibility of adding skin needling to an aesthetic clinic's offerings, examining financial implications, time investment, and its integration with existing treatments. Various challenges and learning opportunities were noted, underscoring the complexity of introducing a new service.
January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” The document explains various skin conditions and their treatments.
December 2010 in “Zanco Journal of Medical Sciences” This study found that moderate acne was the most common type among patients, with females predominantly affected, and highlighted that several factors, like seborrhea, were linked to acne severity.
September 2005 in “Clinics in Plastic Surgery” This article discusses multiple aspects of complex regional pain syndrome, including its diagnosis, pathogenesis, and treatment, but reports no new scientific findings.
January 2019 in “Dermatologica Sinica” This study observed that dutasteride treatment led to improvement in acne vulgaris among two male patients with androgenetic alopecia, suggesting its potential as a treatment option for concurrent conditions.
24 citations
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July 2019 in “Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology” This study found that a 12-week supplementation with a combination of insulin sensitizing agents, antioxidants, and vitamins significantly improved menstrual cyclicity, acne, and hirsutism in women with PCOS, with additional weight loss benefits in obese subjects.