Hormonal treatment of acne in women. Academic Article uri icon

Overview

abstract

  • Acne vulgaris is a common and chronic disorder of the pilosebaceous unit. Standard treatment protocols include topical retinoids, topical and oral antimicrobials, and isotretinoin. Hormonal therapies can be added to the regimen in some patients. This article will review the hormonal pathogenesis of acne, discuss the basics of an endocrine evaluation, and provide an overview of the current hormonal treatment options in women.

publication date

  • December 1, 2009

Identity

PubMed Central ID

  • PMC2923944

PubMed ID

  • 20725580

Additional Document Info

volume

  • 2

issue

  • 12