9 citations,
January 2018 in “Medical research archives” Low-intensity light therapy is effective for skin healing, reducing inflammation, and treating various skin conditions.
72 citations,
October 1998 in “Baillière's clinical endocrinology and metabolism” Long-term testosterone therapy can cause hormone suppression, affect prostate and heart health, and alter physical characteristics, but does not increase prostate cancer risk and needs more research for full risk assessment.
December 2022 in “Физиотерапия, бальнеология и реабилитация” Radiofrequency micro needling is effective for rejuvenating skin and reducing wrinkles.
March 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Zinc, copper, and iron are important for skin health and may help diagnose skin diseases.
52 citations,
January 2017 in “Dermatology” Swiss experts recommend specific guidelines for diagnosing and treating hidradenitis suppurativa to improve patient care.
37 citations,
November 1995 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Topical finasteride and flutamide reduce gland size and enzyme activity, with flutamide being more potent, potentially treating acne, seborrhea, hirsutism, and androgenic alopecia.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Both laser treatments improved acne scars similarly, but the Nd:YAG laser was safer and less painful, while the Er:YAG laser left patients slightly more satisfied.
January 2016 in “Springer eBooks” Hyperandrogenism, often causing excessive hair growth and acne, can be treated with methods like weight reduction, hair removal, various medications, and in the case of acne, topical treatments.
January 2024 in “Experimental and clinical endocrinology & diabetes” A low-glycemic diet improved hormone levels and well-being in overweight women with high androgen levels.
September 2023 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Bariatric surgery improved many skin conditions in obese patients but caused hair loss in some and decreased facial oil and skin elasticity.
Calcitriol and metformin together are more effective for treating PCOS and lowering MCP-1 than metformin alone.
July 1975 in “Archives of Dermatology” Stopping tetracycline can lead to the disappearance of flat warts.
6 citations,
May 2023 in “European journal of pharmaceutical sciences” Niosomes are the most effective at delivering drugs to the skin with minimal absorption into the body.
21 citations,
January 2003 in “Seminars in reproductive medicine” The document concludes that various drugs can manage symptoms and metabolic issues in women with PCOS.
46 citations,
April 1982 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Isotretinoin shrinks sebaceous glands without affecting hair or skin color, unlike etretinate.
203 citations,
May 2017 in “Journal of controlled release” Microneedles are being used and tested for various medical and cosmetic treatments.
16 citations,
August 2014 in “International Journal of Women's Health” The estradiol valerate/dienogest oral contraceptive helps with heavy periods, may improve acne and symptoms in PCOS, and doesn't affect sexual function.
19 citations,
October 2017 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The alexandrite laser is a safe and effective treatment for Acne Keloidalis Nuchae.
18 citations,
October 2015 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Topical eflornithine helps maintain hair reduction after IPL therapy in women with facial hirsutism.
10 citations,
January 2016 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Hormonal therapy in transgender patients can lead to skin changes like altered sebum production, hair growth, and acne, which may require dermatological care.
64 citations,
January 2009 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Myo-inositol helps improve skin conditions and metabolic profiles in young women with PCOS.
42 citations,
May 2009 in “Contraception” The oral contraceptive with ethinyl estradiol and chlormadinone acetate is effective in treating moderate acne.
17 citations,
January 2004 in “European journal of obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive biology/European journal of obstetrics & gynecology and reproductive biology” Certain hormone medications can treat symptoms like acne and unwanted hair, regulate periods, and prevent pregnancy in women and teenage girls.
43 citations,
May 1986 in “Clinics in Endocrinology and Metabolism” Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism and acne but less so for hair loss, with side effects similar to birth control pills.
25 citations,
February 2013 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Blocking SCD1 in the skin with XEN103 shrinks sebaceous glands in mice.
4 citations,
June 2017 in “Endocrine Reviews” Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) mainly affects nearby cells, doesn't significantly change prostate hormonal environment or cancer risk, and doesn't play a main role in causing hair loss or acne. More research is needed on its effects on heart health, sexual function, and bone health.
1 citations,
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” VB1953 gel significantly reduced acne and resistant bacteria in patients who didn't respond to clindamycin.
January 1993 in “Проблемы Эндокринологии” Spironolactone effectively reduces symptoms of hyperandrogenism but has some side effects.
17 citations,
June 2020 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Oral mTOR inhibitors often cause skin and hair side effects but usually don't require stopping treatment.
4 citations,
July 1983 in “Journal of steroid biochemistry/Journal of Steroid Biochemistry” Certain hormones can reduce skin oil and hair growth, potentially helping treat acne and excessive hair in women.