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Acne and hyperandrogenism.

B L Held, S Nader, L J Rodriguez-Rigau

    Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
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    Elevated serum testosterone levels are linked to acne in women, even when acne is not the primary complaint. This suggests acne may signal broader health issues.

    Area of Science:

    • Dermatology
    • Endocrinology
    • Reproductive Health

    Background:

    • Acne resistant to conventional therapy has been linked to elevated serum androgen levels.
    • The relationship between serum androgens and acne in a general dermatologic population requires further investigation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the association between serum androgen levels and the presence of acne in an unselected population of women.
    • To explore the correlation between acne, hirsutism, and menstrual cycle regularity in relation to testosterone levels.

    Main Methods:

    • Consecutive enrollment of women presenting with various dermatologic complaints.
    • Measurement of serum testosterone levels.
    • Assessment of acne, hirsutism, and menstrual cycle regularity.

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    Main Results:

    • Elevated serum testosterone levels were associated with acne, irrespective of whether acne was the presenting complaint or an incidental finding.
    • Women with both acne and hirsutism exhibited higher serum testosterone levels compared to those with acne alone.
    • A higher incidence of irregular menstrual cycles was observed in women with acne.

    Conclusions:

    • The study suggests a significant relationship between elevated serum testosterone levels and the presence of acne.
    • Acne may serve as a clinical indicator of a condition with potential systemic and reproductive implications.