research Desideratum Dermatologicum: Cause and Control of Premenstrual Acne Flare
Taking a small dose of prednisone before menstruation can almost completely prevent premenstrual acne with few side effects.
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research Therapeutic Control of Androgen Action
Understanding how androgens work is key for creating new treatments for prostate issues and hair/skin conditions.
research Androgen Antagonists in Androgen Target Tissues
Antiandrogens have important biological effects, but more research is needed to understand them fully and compare their effectiveness and side effects to other treatments.
research What Every Physician Should Know About Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Doctors should know how to diagnose and treat PCOS, which often involves checking for high male hormone levels and using medications to manage symptoms.
research Racial and Gender Influences on Skin Disease
Different races and genders have unique skin and hair issues, requiring specialized care and more research for effective treatment.
research Hair Loss in Women: Diagnosis and Management of Nonscarring Diffuse Alopecias
Obstetrician/gynecologists can diagnose and manage female hair loss with careful history taking and examination.
research Effect of Finasteride 5 mg (Proscar) on Acne and Alopecia in Female Patients with Normal Serum Levels of Free Testosterone
Finasteride improves acne and hair loss in women with normal testosterone.
research Diagnosis and Therapy of Hyperandrogenism
Most women with too much androgens have PCOS, which can be managed with birth control pills, medication for hair growth, and fertility treatments, and losing weight helps too.
research Dual Effects of 5α-Reductase Inhibitor Dutasteride on Androgenetic Alopecia and Acne Vulgaris
Dutasteride improved both hair loss and acne in two young men.
research Dermatological Manifestations of Stress in Normal and Psychiatric Populations
Stress can worsen skin conditions and affect mental health, so doctors should include stress management in skin treatment.
research Skin Diseases in Pregnancy
Pregnancy can change skin disease severity, with some conditions improving and others worsening, and treatment should balance benefits and fetal safety.
research Spironolactone and Breast Cancer: Fear Not!
Spironolactone does not increase the risk of breast cancer recurrence.
research Hormonal Therapy in Female Pattern Hair Loss
Hormonal therapies help treat female hair loss, but results are slow and vary.
research Pilosebaceous Unit: Structure, Function, and Disorders
Androgens and other hormones affect hair growth and skin conditions like acne.
research Androgens in Women: Role in Androgen-Mediated Cutaneous Disorders
Androgens play a complex role in skin conditions like acne and hair loss in women, and normal blood levels don't always show true androgen status.
research Comparative Management Methods for Adolescents With Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Systematic Review
Individualized treatment plans, including lifestyle changes and specific medications, are crucial for managing PCOS in adolescents.
research Management of Androgenetic Alopecia
Treatments for common hair loss include minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplantation.
research The Use of Cyproterone Acetate/Ethinyl Estradiol in Hyperandrogenic Skin Symptoms: A Review
Cyproterone acetate with ethinyl estradiol is effective for treating skin symptoms related to high androgen levels, like in PCOS.
research Role of Insulin, Insulin-Like Growth Factor-1, Hyperglycemic Food, and Milk Consumption in the Pathogenesis of Acne Vulgaris
Eating high-glycemic foods and drinking milk may worsen acne by increasing insulin and IGF-1 levels.
research The Effect of Anti-Androgens on the Response of Rat Preputial Glands to Testosterone
New compounds can block testosterone effects in rats and might help treat conditions like prostate cancer and acne.
research Treatment Options for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Different treatments for PCOS focus on the specific symptoms, with weight loss and lifestyle changes being important.
research How Effective Is Treatment With Antiandrogen Alone in Patients With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?
Antiandrogens help manage PCOS symptoms but need careful monitoring.
research Specific Dermatologic Features of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Its Association with Biochemical Markers of Metabolic Syndrome and Hyperandrogenism
Acne and hair loss are not good indicators of hormone imbalance in PCOS, but excessive body hair is.
research Long-Term Response of Hirsutism and Other Hyperandrogenic Symptoms to Combination Therapy in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Combination therapy with oral contraceptives and spironolactone improves hair growth, menstrual issues, and acne in women with PCOS.
research Insulin Resistance and Skin Diseases
Insulin resistance may contribute to various skin diseases and treating it could improve skin health and prevent more serious conditions.
research Anti-Acne Agents Attenuate FGFR2 Signal Transduction in Acne
Anti-acne medications may work by reducing the activity of a protein involved in acne development.
research Nutrition and Acne: The Role of Diet in Acne Development
Diet, especially dairy and high-sugar foods, can cause acne.
research Ultraviolet B Irradiation Increases the Expression of Inflammatory Cytokines in Cultured Sebocytes
UV-B light increases inflammation-related substances in acne-related skin cells.
research Cyproterone Acetate: A Genotoxic Carcinogen?
Cyproterone acetate may cause liver cancer at high doses, but is considered safe at recommended doses for approved uses.
research Spironolactone Versus Placebo or in Combination with Steroids for Hirsutism and Acne
Spironolactone is better than placebo for reducing excessive hair growth in women, but its effectiveness for acne is unclear due to small study sizes.