Question 1

do you think i have a hormone imbalance i've always had acne but it's become worse and now it's on my back face, neck, been to dermatologist b 4..???

Accepted Answer

Acne treatment : Many people have acne and there are many good treatments for it. Speak to your doc about them.

Question 2

i am 8 weeks pregnant at the moment & my  hormonal acne is getting worst than ever. it's all over my forehead , cheeks , chin , neck. what can i use ?

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If it is that bad: U need to see a dermatologist as they can get u on meds that are safe for pregnancy, unfortuneatly most of those do not work as well as the ones that are not safe for preg.

Question 3

how can i treat a high thyroid ? i'm our of my meds. and how can i treat the acne caused by hormones.

Accepted Answer

Elevated TSH?: If your TSH is elevated then you have hypothyroidism. This abnormality may also make acne worse. Please discuss with your doctor as you probably need to go back on your levothyroxine.

Question 4

what tests are done to see if acne is hormonal? testosterone level is low, no thyroid problems, but acne is adult onset and severe. i'm thin, female.

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Have you: Have you had  dheas level also?  May be you should stop and see if it clears. This happens sometime.

Question 5

i have cystic acne,i am 22year female.hormone therapy is not working,i have under active thyroid and take medicine.plz suggest me a topical treatment?

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I would recommend: that you speak to your own doctor and/or a dermatologist. It is unlikely that an over-the-counter topical medication will work for cystic acne, especially if the hormonal therapy isn't helping. The dermatologist should be able to help you.

Question 6

50 mg spironolactone (for hormonal acne) caused diffuse hair loss for me for last 5 months. thyroid/iron/autoimmune/etc. labs all normal. will this resolve without stopping the med? how long could it take? would a change in dosage maybe help?

Accepted Answer

Hair loss: Spironolactone, being antiandrogenic, actually is used to treat female pattern hair loss. Your hair loss may be genetically determined. Any other female relatives with hair thinning pattern? For further evaluation a dermatologist may be able to pinpoint the type of hair loss you have and determine whether hair regrowth may be likely.

Question 7

are the bumps on my babys face and neck acne?

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Yes: In the newborn, because of the hormones during fetal life and if a mom is nursing, the infant will have "infantile acne" which looks just like a teenager with zits.

Question 8

what hormone(s) cause acne in males?  please indicate what prescription drugs help, since no topical medications have worked these last 4 years.

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SEVERAL oral meds: The hormone, testosterone, contributes to acne. Skin bacteria and overproduction of oil (sebum) also are associated. 
Oral antibiotics can control bacteria and oral Accutane can be prescibed by a dermatolgist.
Recent studies indicate that certain dietary factors, including carbohydrate-rich foods — such as bread, bagels and chips (w/ increased blood sugar) may contribute to acne, as well.

Question 9

is my adult acne be hormonal?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Most acne is actually tied up with the hormones. The real question is, "if i'm a woman, do I show other signs of too many male hormones? Male or female, do I show other signs of cushingism?" if yet, get worked up. In any case, acne's manageble with scientific rx. Good luck.

Question 10

is there a way to treat my hormonal acne?

Accepted Answer

Birth control: Birth control pills or antibiotics can both work on hormonal acne. Either are to be used in combination with topical medications which decrease bacteria and unclog pores where acne forms.Antibiotics are not used at the same time as oral contraceptives because they may decrease the effectiveness of the ocs.

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A member asked:

Do you think i have a hormone imbalance i've always had acne but it's become worse and now it's on my back face, neck, been to dermatologist b 4..???

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I am 8 weeks pregnant at the moment & my hormonal acne is getting worst than ever. it's all over my forehead , cheeks , chin , neck. what can i use ?

A member asked:

How can i treat a high thyroid ? i'm our of my meds. and how can i treat the acne caused by hormones.

A member asked:

What tests are done to see if acne is hormonal? testosterone level is low, no thyroid problems, but acne is adult onset and severe. i'm thin, female.

A member asked:

I have cystic acne,i am 22year female.hormone therapy is not working,i have under active thyroid and take medicine.plz suggest me a topical treatment?

A member asked:

50 mg spironolactone (for hormonal acne) caused diffuse hair loss for me for last 5 months. thyroid/iron/autoimmune/etc. labs all normal. will this resolve without stopping the med? how long could it take? would a change in dosage maybe help?

A member asked:

Are the bumps on my babys face and neck acne?

A member asked:

What hormone(s) cause acne in males? please indicate what prescription drugs help, since no topical medications have worked these last 4 years.

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Is my adult acne be hormonal?

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Is there a way to treat my hormonal acne?

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