Losing weight and eating better are key to managing metabolic syndrome and its related conditions.
February 2024 in “Biomedicines” Hormones like androgens, estrogen, thyroid hormones, and stress hormones can contribute to hair loss, and treatments target these hormonal imbalances.
October 2023 in “Apollo medicine” The skin acts like an endocrine organ, producing hormones that affect various body functions and skin health, and understanding this can lead to new treatments.
December 2022 in “Cureus” Adult women with acne in Iraq often have more severe symptoms and hormone-related issues than younger girls with acne.
April 2024 in “International journal of women's health” Adult female acne is a complex condition that can worsen with menopause, requiring holistic treatment and tailored skincare at different life stages.
October 2021 in “Turkderm” Hormonal imbalances, not insulin resistance or dyslipidemia, may be more important in causing acne in women over 25.
19 citations,
November 2012 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Isotretinoin improves severe acne without changing androgen or insulin levels but may increase body weight and triglycerides.
42 citations,
July 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The conclusion is that oral contraceptives and antiandrogens can treat hirsutism and acne in women with cutaneous hyperandrogenism, but more research is needed for effective treatments, especially for hair loss.
7 citations,
June 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Turkish women with hirsutism experience lower quality of life, especially those with PCOS, regardless of hair growth severity.
8 citations,
August 2020 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Spironolactone is a low-cost, effective, and generally safe treatment for various skin conditions related to hormones.
39 citations,
January 2012 in “Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology” About 8.5% of women in Salvador, Brazil, have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.
97 citations,
July 2006 in “Dermatologic therapy” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment are important for skin problems in women with PCOS.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy Sciences” Patients with acne vulgaris have lower serum irisin levels.
March 2024 in “Journal of Rawalpindi Medical College/Journal Rawalpindi Medical College” Skin issues are common and important for diagnosing PCOS.
16 citations,
December 2017 in “Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology” Different diagnostic criteria greatly affect PCOS diagnosis rates in teenagers.
7 citations,
July 2019 in “International archives of internal medicine” Common skin conditions can greatly affect a person's mental health and social life.
5 citations,
February 2019 in “BioMed Research International” Acne in reproductive-age women may be linked to conditions like PCOS and lifestyle factors, so doctors should check for these when treating acne.
24 citations,
November 2016 in “Molecular Medicine Reports” Hormonal imbalances, often indicating conditions like PCOS, are common in women with hard-to-treat acne, and a treatment approach addressing these imbalances may be needed.
17 citations,
April 2010 in “Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics” Obese women had more testosterone and less acne, but similar hair growth compared to non-obese women.
21 citations,
January 2017 in “European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology” Acne is an important sign of androgen excess disorders in women.
5 citations,
December 2004 in “Dermatology” Two women with very high androgen levels had only slight skin issues, one due to a non-classical adrenal disorder and the other due to an adrenal tumor.
76 citations,
January 2007 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Women with PCOS often have skin problems like excessive hair, acne, hair loss, and dark patches, which can be treated with hormonal and non-hormonal therapies.
67 citations,
July 2006 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Androgens cause skin issues like acne and hair growth in women, often due to PCOS, and can be treated with medication and lifestyle changes.
85 citations,
June 2006 in “Best Practice & Research Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” The document concludes that hirsutism is the main sign for diagnosing hyperandrogenism, which requires a detailed patient history and physical exam.
75 citations,
June 1999 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America” The document concludes that early recognition and treatment of PCOS in adolescents is crucial for managing symptoms and long-term health risks.
February 2018 in “InTech eBooks” Diagnosing and treating PCOS is complex due to differing criteria and requires a team approach.
343 citations,
October 2015 in “Endocrine Practice” The guide recommends specific methods for diagnosing PCOS and various treatments for its symptoms, while considering the health impacts on adolescents.
23 citations,
January 2016 in “Journal of Nanjing Medical University” Overweight women with PCOS are more likely to have excess male hormones.
89 citations,
March 2001 in “Endocrine practice” The guidelines help doctors diagnose and treat hormone-related disorders in women.
2 citations,
June 2023 in “Journal of clinical medicine” Soy supplements improve various skin conditions and aging signs, with topical use boosting skin barrier function.