Powered by OpenAIRE graph
Found an issue? Give us feedback
image/svg+xml art designer at PLoS, modified by Wikipedia users Nina, Beao, JakobVoss, and AnonMoos Open Access logo, converted into svg, designed by PLoS. This version with transparent background. http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Open_Access_logo_PLoS_white.svg art designer at PLoS, modified by Wikipedia users Nina, Beao, JakobVoss, and AnonMoos http://www.plos.org/ ZENODOarrow_drop_down
image/svg+xml art designer at PLoS, modified by Wikipedia users Nina, Beao, JakobVoss, and AnonMoos Open Access logo, converted into svg, designed by PLoS. This version with transparent background. http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Open_Access_logo_PLoS_white.svg art designer at PLoS, modified by Wikipedia users Nina, Beao, JakobVoss, and AnonMoos http://www.plos.org/
ZENODO
Article . 2025
License: CC BY
Data sources: ZENODO
World Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Article . 2025 . Peer-reviewed
Data sources: Crossref
ZENODO
Article . 2025
License: CC BY
Data sources: Datacite
ZENODO
Article . 2025
License: CC BY
Data sources: Datacite
versions View all 3 versions
addClaim

Dermatological alterations induced by gynecological hormonal imbalances: Acne, hirsutism and alopecia

Authors: Diana Patricia Vargas Viquez; María José Solís Marín; Manuel Alejandro Ramírez Solano; Karina Sandoval González; Karina de Los Ángeles; Montero Salazar; Daniela Consumi Cordero;

Dermatological alterations induced by gynecological hormonal imbalances: Acne, hirsutism and alopecia

Abstract

Sex hormones play a fundamental role in regulating skin physiology, influencing collagen synthesis, wound healing, immune modulation, and barrier function. Estrogens and progesterone, through their respective receptors, modulate gene expression in cutaneous structures. Hormonal fluctuations throughout the female lifespan such as those occurring during puberty, pregnancy, and menopause affect dermatological conditions including psoriasis, xerosis, and age-related thinning. Disorders characterized by androgen excess, particularly polycystic ovary syndrome, are strongly associated with acne, excessive terminal hair growth, and hormonally mediated hair loss. In these cases, elevated androgen levels and insulin resistance act synergistically to worsen clinical manifestations. Other endocrine disorders, such as non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia and estrogen deficiency during menopause, also contribute to cutaneous alterations. Hormonal acne, often concentrated in the lower facial region, is linked to elevated androgens and requires targeted therapies such as combined hormonal contraceptives, antiandrogenic medications like spironolactone, or isotretinoin in resistant cases. Excessive terminal hair growth is evaluated using standardized scoring systems and treated with hormonal therapies and cosmetic procedures. Hormonal hair loss includes female pattern hair thinning and telogen effluvium, the latter often triggered by estrogen withdrawal or thyroid dysfunction. Diagnosis includes trichoscopy and comprehensive hormonal profiling. Key hormonal tests such as total and free testosterone, dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate, seventeen-hydroxyprogesterone, thyroid-stimulating hormone, prolactin, and the luteinizing hormone to follicle-stimulating hormone ratio aid in identifying endocrine dysfunction. A multidisciplinary approach that integrates dermatological, gynecological, and endocrine care is essential. Given the significant psychological burden of these conditions, holistic strategies that incorporate mental health support are necessary to improve both physical and emotional outcomes.

Keywords

Hirsutism, Female Hair Loss, Acne, Psychosocial Impact, Hormonal Imbalance, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

  • BIP!
    Impact byBIP!
    selected citations
    These citations are derived from selected sources.
    This is an alternative to the "Influence" indicator, which also reflects the overall/total impact of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network (diachronically).
    0
    popularity
    This indicator reflects the "current" impact/attention (the "hype") of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network.
    Average
    influence
    This indicator reflects the overall/total impact of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network (diachronically).
    Average
    impulse
    This indicator reflects the initial momentum of an article directly after its publication, based on the underlying citation network.
    Average
Powered by OpenAIRE graph
Found an issue? Give us feedback
selected citations
These citations are derived from selected sources.
This is an alternative to the "Influence" indicator, which also reflects the overall/total impact of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network (diachronically).
BIP!Citations provided by BIP!
popularity
This indicator reflects the "current" impact/attention (the "hype") of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network.
BIP!Popularity provided by BIP!
influence
This indicator reflects the overall/total impact of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network (diachronically).
BIP!Influence provided by BIP!
impulse
This indicator reflects the initial momentum of an article directly after its publication, based on the underlying citation network.
BIP!Impulse provided by BIP!
0
Average
Average
Average
Green