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Acne Treatment: Other Hormone Therapy
Other Hormone Therapy's Progestins Influence On Acne
Another way of looking at acne hormone therapy is to arrange them according to the effects that the progestins that are used, will have on acne.
The Use Of Spironolactone To Treat Acne
Spironolactone (Aldactone 50-200mg): This drug is used as a diuretic and has weak anti-androgen effects.
Acne Treatment - Birth Control Pills And Other Hormone Therapy
Oral contraceptives (OCs) have been available since 1960, and have been modified since then to reduce their risk of side-effects. They are the favoured method of contraception by most [Read More]
Side Effects Of Hormone Therapy
Hormone therapies are always being developed to minimize side-effects, however there are some that you should be aware of if using for acne treatment.
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Hormonal Treatment of Acne: How They Work
Acne is thought to be initiated by the effect of masculinising hormones called "androgens" on oil glands that, during puberty, enlarge and become increasingly sensitive. This results in excessive oil secretion and blockage of pores...
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