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ea0037ep121 | Steroids, development and paediatric endocrinology | ECE2015

Analysis of androgen profile in teenage girls and young women with acne of various severity

Sowinska-Przepiera Elzbieta , Andrysiak-Mamos Elzbieta , Walkowiak Aleksandra , Niedzielska Mirela , Jarzabek-Bielecka Grazyna , Kedzia Witold , Syrenicz Anhelli

Introduction: Acne is the most commonly diagnosed skin condition in teenage girls and young women. Acne results from androgen excess or hypersensitivity of the skin to normal androgen levels. Therefore, determination of androgen concentrations in patients with acne may facilitate early implementation of appropriate treatment. The aim of the study was to retrospectively analyse the profiles of androgen concentration in female patients with acne of various severity.<p class=...