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Acne and serum androgens during puberty.

P A Lee

    Archives of Dermatology
    |April 1, 1976
    PubMed
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    Acne onset in pubertal boys is linked to elevated testosterone levels. This longitudinal study found higher testosterone in boys with acne compared to controls, correlating with other androgen-driven pubertal changes.

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    Area of Science:

    • Endocrinology
    • Dermatology
    • Pediatrics

    Background:

    • Acne vulgaris is a common skin condition during puberty.
    • Hormonal changes, particularly androgens, are implicated in acne development.
    • Understanding the specific hormonal triggers is crucial for effective management.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the relationship between serum androgen concentrations and the onset of acne in pubertal boys.
    • To compare testosterone, androstenedione, and dehydroepiandrosterone levels in boys with and without acne.
    • To determine if acne onset correlates with other pubertal changes driven by androgens.

    Main Methods:

    • Longitudinal study design.
    • Serum samples collected from pubertal boys at acne onset and from stage-matched controls.
    • Measurement of mean concentrations of testosterone, androstenedione, and dehydroepiandrosterone.

    Main Results:

    • Significantly higher mean testosterone concentrations were observed in pubertal boys at acne onset compared to controls (P < .0025).
    • Acne onset coincided with the emergence of other androgen-produced pubertal changes.
    • No significant differences in androstenedione or dehydroepiandrosterone levels were found between the groups.

    Conclusions:

    • Elevated testosterone levels are associated with the onset of acne in pubertal boys.
    • Testosterone, rather than androstenedione or dehydroepiandrosterone, appears to be a key androgen in acne development during puberty.
    • Further research into the role of testosterone in acne pathogenesis is warranted.

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