research Hormonal Therapy for Acne: Why Not as First Line Therapy? Facts and Controversies
Hormonal treatments can help with acne but are not the first choice due to side effects and the need for careful patient selection.
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research Elevated Free Testosterone Levels in Women With Acne
Some women with acne have higher levels of free testosterone, which might suggest using hormonal treatments for acne.
research Antiandrogen And Hormonal Treatment Of Acne
Certain hormone treatments can improve acne and related conditions in women.
research Hormonal Therapies for Acne
Hormonal treatments can improve acne, but they come with potential side effects and risks.
research Contraceptive Use in Acne
Hormonal contraceptives can help treat acne by affecting sebum production and androgen levels.
research Selective Induction of Apoptosis in the Hamster Flank Sebaceous Gland Organ by a Topical Liposome 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor: A Treatment Strategy for Acne
A topical treatment safely and effectively reduced acne by causing targeted cell death in sebaceous glands without side effects.
research Anti-Androgen Therapy in Female Adult Acne
Anti-androgens are safe and effective for treating moderate to severe adult female acne.
research Treatment of Acne Vulgaris: A Literature Review
The document concludes that effective acne treatment requires a personalized combination of therapies and long-term commitment, with retinoids being important for maintenance.
research Hormonal Therapy for Acne
Hormones, especially androgens, play a key role in causing acne, and treatments like hormone control pills and hormone-blocking medications can help.
research Unveiling the Nuances of Adult Female Acne: A Comprehensive Exploration of Epidemiology, Treatment Modalities, Dermocosmetics, and the Menopausal Influence
Adult female acne is a complex condition that can worsen with menopause, requiring holistic treatment and tailored skincare at different life stages.
research Oral Contraceptives and Cyproterone Acetate in Female Acne Treatment
Birth control pills and cyproterone acetate can help treat acne in women, especially when linked to hormonal issues.
research Oral Testosterone in Oil: Pharmacokinetic Effects of 5α-Reduction by Finasteride or Dutasteride and Food Intake in Men
Taking oral testosterone with finasteride or dutasteride doubles testosterone levels, and food slightly affects it.
research Revitalizing Your Skin: The Power of Microneedling with PRP for Pigmentation Reduction
Microneedling with PRP effectively reduces facial pigmentation with minimal side effects.
research Genome-Wide Meta-Analysis Implicates Mediators of Hair Follicle Development and Morphogenesis in Risk for Severe Acne
Genetic variations affecting skin structure play a key role in severe acne.
research ADT-G as a Promising Biomarker for Peripheral Hyperandrogenism in Adult Female Acne
ADT-G may be a useful indicator of increased androgen levels in women with acne and can be lowered with certain birth control pills.
research Irregular Menstruation, Acne, Hirsutism, and the Possibility of PCOS
Women with irregular periods should be checked for PCOS and treated early to prevent complications, with birth control pills helping to manage symptoms.
research Psoriasis, Acne, and Disorders of Keratinization
Treating psoriasis with UVB light three times a week is faster than twice a week, and certain medications and lifestyle factors affect psoriasis treatment outcomes.
research The Role of Oral Contraceptives in the Treatment of Hyperandrogenic Disorders
Oral contraceptives help treat hyperandrogenic disorders, improving symptoms like excessive hair and acne.
research The Efficacy of Laser-Assisted Hair Removal in the Treatment of Acne Keloidalis Nuchae: A Pilot Study
Laser hair removal significantly improves acne keloidalis nuchae, especially with early treatment.
research Inhibition of Skin 5α-Reductase by Oral Contraceptive Progestins In Vitro
Norgestimate is the most effective birth control progestin for reducing an enzyme linked to acne and excessive hair growth in women.
research Treatment of Hirsutism and Acne in Hyperandrogenism
Medicines that lower androgen levels and hair removal treatments help manage excessive hair and acne in women with PCOS.
research The Efficacy in Treatment of Facial Atrophic Acne Scars in Asians with a Fractional Radiofrequency Microneedle System
FRMS is a safe and effective treatment for acne scars in Asians with minimal side effects.
research Clinical Application of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
5α-reductase inhibitors, like finasteride and dutasteride, effectively treat BPH, male baldness, and hirsutism, with potential for acne and prostate cancer prevention.
research The Safety of 52 Weeks of Oral DHEA Therapy for Postmenopausal Women
Taking DHEA for a year is generally safe for postmenopausal women but may cause acne and more facial hair without improving metabolism or aging.
research Antiandrogen Therapy in Dermatology
Antiandrogens can help treat skin conditions like acne and excessive hair in women when used carefully.
research Therapeutic Androgen Receptor Ligands
Androgens and SARMs play a role in body mass, frailty, skin health, and hair growth, and are used in treating prostate cancer, acne, and hair loss, with potential for new uses and improved versions in the future.
research An Inherited Nail Dystrophy Principally Affecting the Great Toenails
The document concludes that an inherited nail condition often improves on its own, and spironolactone effectively treats acne in women.
research Selection Criteria and Techniques for Improved Cosmesis and Predictable Outcomes in Laser Hair Removal Treatment of Acne Keloidalis Nuchae
Laser hair removal can help treat acne keloidalis nuchae, but results vary and a standard scoring system is needed.
research A Honey Trap for the Treatment of Acne: Manipulating the Follicular Microenvironment to Control Propionibacterium Acnes
The conclusion suggests a new acne treatment that controls bacteria by reducing water in the skin's pores using sugar-like substances.
research Acne Keloidalis Nuchae in Renal Transplant Patients Receiving Tacrolimus and Sirolimus
Renal transplant patients on tacrolimus and sirolimus may develop acne keloidalis nuchae.