Hormonal Treatment of Acne and Hidradenitis Suppurativa in Adolescent Patients.

Publication/Presentation Date

4-1-2022

Abstract

Homeostasis of the cutaneous microenvironment is complex and depends on multiple intrinsic and extrinsic factors, including the influence of hormones. Hormones exert action on the hair follicle and associated sebaceous glands via both endocrine and intracrine mechanisms. The profound impact of hormonal action on follicular homeostasis can be leveraged in the treatment of disorders, such as acne and hidradenitis suppurativa. The clinician must have an intimate knowledge of the rationale for use, mechanism of action, and possible side effects of hormonal therapy when using these agents to treat adolescents with cutaneous disease.

Volume

40

Issue

2

First Page

167

Last Page

178

ISSN

1558-0520

Disciplines

Medicine and Health Sciences

PubMedID

35366970

Department(s)

Department of Medicine

Document Type

Article

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