Dermatologist Explains Hormonal Acne

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  • Опубліковано 27 сер 2024

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  • @lr2564
    @lr2564 Рік тому +98

    This isn’t spoken about enough. Topical treatments are seen as the “cure all” & while they can help, ultimately if the acne is hormonal, like mine…the hormones need to be managed etc. I take the pill & that’s the only way to control it for me. I get nothing on my cheeks or forehead but from the nose downwards it’s another story! Thanks for sharing this doc 👍

    • @hippybecca
      @hippybecca Рік тому +1

      What pill do you take?

    • @mi3797
      @mi3797 Рік тому

      @@hippybeccaI think she means the pill as in birth control pill. It worked for me as well

    • @Ohkeh640
      @Ohkeh640 10 місяців тому

      @@mi3797what are the side effects though I don’t want to take it tbh

    • @mi3797
      @mi3797 10 місяців тому

      @@Ohkeh640 so many side effects. It worked well for me for like 3 years then I started getting way more depressed than before and my puss got dry as hell and I was never horny so yeah. But I did get amazing skin tho. I stopped taking them 3 months ago and my skin is still good

    • @martaczina
      @martaczina 8 місяців тому

      I stopped taking birth control because my neurologist said that this could be the cause of my migraines and now my skin is going crazy……

  • @EClaire99
    @EClaire99 Рік тому +29

    Girlies. Don’t limit yourself to a derm either. This guy is fabulous but my dermatologist couldn’t give a whit about me. If you’re struggling with hormonal acne, GO SEE A GYNECOLOGIST. And make sure to advocate for yourself. There might be an underlying issue like endometriosis or PCOS.

    • @user-km7td2zm2p
      @user-km7td2zm2p Рік тому +4

      Still all they know to give for PCOS is the pill

  • @vmmurphy3918
    @vmmurphy3918 Рік тому +58

    Yes I got cystic acne on my chin starting at age 30. Never had acne. Made horrible scars on my chin

    • @SamiraBoudjelal-yj5qu
      @SamiraBoudjelal-yj5qu 3 місяці тому

      Hi, Please did you find any solutions ? Thanks

    • @vmmurphy3918
      @vmmurphy3918 3 місяці тому

      @@SamiraBoudjelal-yj5qu epiduo helped with the acne. Now that I don’t have the cystic acne, tretinoin and glycolic acid helped a little.

  • @pinkapotamus9266
    @pinkapotamus9266 Рік тому +34

    I have wayyyyyyyy more acne and hormonal acne now that I’m an adult than I ever did as a teen. It sucks.

    • @jessrh24
      @jessrh24 7 місяців тому

      Me too ):

    • @Lilian.94
      @Lilian.94 4 місяці тому +1

      Me too! Nothing is working for me and it's getting worse

    • @SamiraBoudjelal-yj5qu
      @SamiraBoudjelal-yj5qu 3 місяці тому

      I feel you girl, do you get any solution , I really tired

    • @pinkapotamus9266
      @pinkapotamus9266 3 місяці тому

      @@SamiraBoudjelal-yj5qu The only thing that kind of worked for me- I stopped wearing makeup except occasionally, i use a basic soap to wash my face since anything else breaks me out, and my skin has gotten extremely dry- a ceramide barrier serum and cream.

  • @Gaibreel
    @Gaibreel Рік тому +29

    I have hormonal acne. I dont eat sugar. I dont even own sugar in my house. But my acne is on my jaw and it just doesnt fully go away. I knew it was because i eat so healthy there is no way.

    • @jellyjay1060
      @jellyjay1060 Рік тому +7

      we are on the same boat! it suck when you try to eat healthy and sacrifice eating/drinking your fav drink/food but its still not workingg 😢

    • @Gaibreel
      @Gaibreel Рік тому +2

      @@jellyjay1060 it's on my chin. Which means it's hormonal. Uhhhhh. What can we do.

    • @AKDHFR
      @AKDHFR Рік тому +2

      ​@@Gaibreelmine is worst it's on my neck and it's purging for a year, i tried cutting mostly sugar(it doesnt work) idk about bread bcs some people said it does, sleep early to drop cortisol doesnt work, the last thing maybe my stress inhibitor something about not being able to go out or something makes me stress(?) pandemic is shit.

    • @AKDHFR
      @AKDHFR Рік тому +1

      ​​@@Gaibreeltried the zinc vitamin, and all daily vitamin also doesnt work and now im about to try yogurt bcs idk it help with my stomach i guess(?) my acne only flare up crazy on neck and nowhere else, chin and neck they said it was a gut problem.

    • @shubhangiiyer1654
      @shubhangiiyer1654 Рік тому +1

      Mine also on jawline and chin😢

  • @roche320
    @roche320 11 місяців тому +11

    I started taking birth control to control my hormonal acne, and it worked great! Then I developed migraines and my risk of stroke increased. Had to stop the BC and my hormonal acne came back, but the migraines have mostly resolved. I will never go back on BC.

    • @SamiraBoudjelal-yj5qu
      @SamiraBoudjelal-yj5qu 3 місяці тому

      Hello, did you still have acne or did you find any solution ? Thanks

  • @ang3956
    @ang3956 Рік тому +26

    I had menopausal acne at aged 54 for over a year and eventually differin gel cleared it up completely

  • @sistahlamb
    @sistahlamb Рік тому +8

    I took BC pills for a good 10 years or so, and still dealt with hormonal acne. Went off the pill last fall. Still having occasional breakouts but not worse than before. Aldactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic(primarily prescribed to treat high blood pressure and edema) which can cause a persons potassium levels to get too high, which can cause cardiac arrhythmia. This wasn’t mentioned in the video.

  • @dominiedomi3309
    @dominiedomi3309 Рік тому +12

    In my case oral contraceptives, standard treatment, oral antibiotics, CurAcne, nothing helped. Turned out I have hyper prolactinoma. All the treatment was just "covering it" and delayed a proper diagnosis, so don't wait girls! See your endocrinologists asap and get the reason treated, not only covered

  • @jillmcclurg4081
    @jillmcclurg4081 9 місяців тому +2

    I feel so defeated.
    My hormonal acne is awful.
    I’ve done Accutane twice.
    I can’t take hormonal contraceptives (clotting factor)
    Spironolactone made me too dizzy to drive
    Winlevi isn’t available where I live or covered by my insurance.
    I don’t want to leave the house anymore.

  • @DaniL-hr9xo
    @DaniL-hr9xo Рік тому +10

    I've been dealing with it for about 20 years now. The one and only thing that works for me is the contraceptive pill.

  • @floran3098
    @floran3098 Рік тому +6

    Honestly i think i rather deal with the hormonal acne. Until theres an option other than birth control or blocking androgens. I don't want to change my appearance other than my skin.

    • @Jjangbunbun
      @Jjangbunbun 11 місяців тому +1

      Since when does the pill change your appearance

    • @floran3098
      @floran3098 11 місяців тому

      @@Jjangbunbun blocks testosterone. Feminizes you.

    • @LA-lr3bk
      @LA-lr3bk 11 місяців тому

      @@JjangbunbunGirl really?? BC makes you gain weight, hair fall out, and god forbid you stop taking it because you’ll get bad acne and ovarian cysts. I hope your a teenager or something because if your a grown adult you should really be educated on the truth of BC.

  • @Here_shegoes
    @Here_shegoes 9 місяців тому +1

    Mine started early 20s got worse as I grew older. What's worst is after seeing dermatologists nothing changed.

  • @noamdsi123
    @noamdsi123 Рік тому +7

    Contraceptive pills gave me terrible side effects unrelated to acne, and I tried a few of them. So frustrating because they did completely clear away my acne, but it just wasn't worth the other side effects

    • @nmfitts
      @nmfitts Рік тому

      Talk to your doctor about spironolactone! I can't take hormonal birth control bc of a clotting disorder, but spironolactone was safe for me and totally eliminated my acne.

    • @Ohkeh640
      @Ohkeh640 10 місяців тому

      What side effects I don’t like that and I’ve heard that also

    • @Als1822
      @Als1822 10 місяців тому

      ​@@nmfittsthat can cause birth defects if you get pregnant

  • @reeserelli9011
    @reeserelli9011 11 місяців тому +4

    My doctors have been trying to lower my androgens for years when they should have just said “you’re allergic to sugar” CUT OUT SUGAR and heal your body. Those are bandaid fixes.

  • @onefineday9266
    @onefineday9266 11 місяців тому +2

    I turned 40 in April and since then Ive been experiencing hormonal acne. :-( i dont mind having a pimple for a week, what gets to me is the hyperpigmentation it leaves behind. My prevoously clear skin now has brown spota in that u pattern. Im using serums, alpha arbutin amd of course sunscreen to help fade the hyperpigmentation. It works but it's slow going

  • @faradilahomar3142
    @faradilahomar3142 Рік тому +4

    Going through hormonal acne during my first trimester. Started at U area and suddenly entire face. Doctor nkt encourage to take any medication or certain skincare ingredient she ask me to just let it be n do the normal skincare routine. Stress bout it but everything went back to normal during my third trimester but leave behind PIH and pit scar on my skin.😩

    • @PAMELAPORTER-ci7mr
      @PAMELAPORTER-ci7mr Рік тому

      Have you considered an acid peel or other treatment you could get at the derm's office?

    • @samanthabrittain8680
      @samanthabrittain8680 Рік тому

      I am going through this right now. I am in my first trimester and my skin is going crazy.

  • @laurengreen2564
    @laurengreen2564 Рік тому +18

    Women, please don't take birth control for acne.

    • @LA-lr3bk
      @LA-lr3bk 11 місяців тому

      Right this is horrible advice and these doctors just want to shove BC in our face for every reason. The teenagers really need to be protected and young 20s because many don’t know better and think BC is normal when really it can destroy you mentally and physically.

    • @solar0wind
      @solar0wind 11 місяців тому +3

      This is a discussion between a woman and her medical providers. Don't give blanket medical advice. I do agree however that it shouldn't be presented as the only option.

    • @updated_autopsy_report1
      @updated_autopsy_report1 11 місяців тому

      It’s not the only treatment but that doesn’t mean nobody should take it. I have pcos and high androgen levels and both ob/gyn and dermatologist agreed on me taking birth control for my acne. And it worked. Now I’m on androgen blockers to maintain a low testosterone level. Please don’t give out misinformation without proof or explanation and evidence.

  • @harisf
    @harisf Рік тому +1

    Try a high quality omega-3 before you try any prescription products. Your derm isnt taught this in med school unfortunately.

    • @shubhangiiyer1654
      @shubhangiiyer1654 Рік тому +1

      Chia seeds are enough?😢

    • @roche320
      @roche320 11 місяців тому +1

      I've been on omega 3 for about 4 years. Made no difference to my skin.

    • @harisf
      @harisf 11 місяців тому

      @@roche320 look into vitamin D, zinc, vitamin B5, evening primrose oil

  • @znb5873
    @znb5873 11 місяців тому +2

    Why dermatologist and not endocrinologist?

  • @SmileAlwayz
    @SmileAlwayz Рік тому +1

    Hubby and I are trying to conceive (ttc) so I stopped taking the pills 3 years ago.
    Unfortunately, that's when all h*ll broke loose on my face and tons of acne appeared on my cheeks, leaving scars after the acne goes away.
    I've seen some dermatologists but, because I'm ttc, they said they can't recommend much so that was disappointing as well.
    Wearing a mask during COVID didn't help either.
    Still trying to conceive so not sure what else I can do. 😥
    I figured, I'll give it another 2 years or so and, if family planning fails by then, I'll opt for laser treatments or something 😞

    • @KateRiTheKittY
      @KateRiTheKittY Рік тому

      Please read about " Myo - inositol "it will help you.

  • @Feral_moonchild
    @Feral_moonchild Місяць тому

    I hate when the bc pill is their only solution. Unfortunately topical spiro hasnt helped and my acne has gotten worse and painful all over my chin and lower cheeks. I have thrown thousands of dollars down the drain trying to cure it. Its embarrassing to leave the house

  • @user-km7td2zm2p
    @user-km7td2zm2p Рік тому +1

    They always give the pill for everything, what about us who actually have regular menstrual cycles and can't take the pill? (Family history of breast cancer)

    • @LA-lr3bk
      @LA-lr3bk 11 місяців тому +1

      Or people with anxiety/depression who will become extremely worse on BC and then they can just throw antidepressants at us next!

  • @bobbopperson142
    @bobbopperson142 Рік тому +2

    Whats your opinion on witch hazel? I put it on daily after I wash my face then apply moisturizer once it’s dried. Thanks dr!

  • @Jjangbunbun
    @Jjangbunbun 11 місяців тому +2

    Dermatologists never help me though

  • @staciep2638
    @staciep2638 8 місяців тому

    I’m 48 and why is it I’m still getting this acne every time I get my period,the last time was so bad the extraction was hard and white but then there were hard nodules scaring under my skin.
    Had like 8 bumps

  • @erinschlegel9194
    @erinschlegel9194 10 місяців тому

    I've been dealing with cystic hormonal acne for about six years now.. I'm pale so The scars last months after as well.. It sucks really bad, nothing works and who can afford a dermatologist these days?

  • @starbite
    @starbite Рік тому +2

    Spironolactone isn’t doing shit for me

    • @harisf
      @harisf Рік тому +2

      Try looking into a high quality omega 3 supplement.

    • @roche320
      @roche320 11 місяців тому

      It takes a few months.

    • @udontknowme154
      @udontknowme154 9 місяців тому

      how long did you take it?

  • @youneedacoldpop
    @youneedacoldpop 7 днів тому

    I can't afford a dermatologist :'(

  • @monicachantee
    @monicachantee 11 місяців тому

    Appreciate you babe 💕

  • @MilanoP777
    @MilanoP777 Рік тому

    Thnxx for sharing!!

  • @channykb
    @channykb Рік тому +1

    Is any of the above recommendations safe for pregnancy? Ovbs not the pill 😅, tretinoin or spirinalactone 😅 i think there was only one other mention i haven't heard of 😢. Could blue light work & be safe during pregnancy? Like on the Qure Mask?

    • @nessa6997
      @nessa6997 Рік тому

      Azealic acid, look it up
      Be very careful w chemicals during pregnancy and good luck

  • @Eveoriginalsinner
    @Eveoriginalsinner Рік тому +3

    noooooooo DONT TAKE SPIRONOLACTONE 😰😭😭😭 THAT PILL MADE ME GAIN 60 POUNDS

  • @eshank2508
    @eshank2508 9 місяців тому

    Do I need a sunscreen if I am not going out in sun at all during my Accutane/Isotretinoin cycle period. Kindly suggest. Thanks!

  • @Thelawfairy13
    @Thelawfairy13 Місяць тому

    What about red or blue light

  • @Ohkeh640
    @Ohkeh640 10 місяців тому

    Damn I’ve been on tretinoin a bit over a year and can’t get rid of damn jaw acne whiteheads blackheads pimples wth 😢 I don’t want to take pills etc

  • @Carlita7054
    @Carlita7054 Рік тому

    I’ve been on so many brands of birth control and nothing helps .

  • @vickrdable
    @vickrdable 11 місяців тому

    what if you’re not a candidate for hormonal treatments like the pill or spiro?

  • @softieclouds17
    @softieclouds17 9 місяців тому

    Um is this concerning or normal but i started to get hormonal acne when i was 11-
    (was it bc of my period..?)

  • @BIG_DADDY367
    @BIG_DADDY367 11 місяців тому

    I’m 15 year old male. And I am pretty sure that have have this, can someone explain why and how to treat it. 😢

  • @spigney4623
    @spigney4623 Рік тому +3

    when will dermatologists start acknowledging dietary solutions

    • @corsicanlulu
      @corsicanlulu Рік тому +2

      theyre not taught about nutrition so they ignore it

    • @harisf
      @harisf Рік тому

      Exactly like omega-3 which a lot of women have had success with for hormonal acne.

  • @mengyuanding4480
    @mengyuanding4480 Місяць тому

    What about accutane?

  • @SlideysWorld
    @SlideysWorld 10 місяців тому +1

    Bruh ... why does no one talk about MALE hornonal acne 😮‍💨 ya boy need some help

  • @hidexxseek
    @hidexxseek Рік тому +2

    Plz more content about hair loss 🙏 is the new medication you mentioned wenlevee (? Not sure if the spelling 🥲) for hair loss as well?

  • @KateRiTheKittY
    @KateRiTheKittY Рік тому

    What about Myo inositol?

  • @laneyluvschrist
    @laneyluvschrist 6 місяців тому

    Hello there! I hope you're doing well today. I just wanted to share with you a beautiful verse from the Bible, Ephesians 5:1-2. Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. What does this mean? Well, here it is. Specifically, we're to walk in love just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us in his death on the cross. In other words, true imitation of God looks like loving others just as Christ loved others: loving God with all of his heart, soul, mind, and strength and loving his neighbors as himself.
    🌷

  • @jamesharden8033
    @jamesharden8033 11 місяців тому

    Am I the only man who has this shi

    • @Ohkeh640
      @Ohkeh640 10 місяців тому

      Na many guys have it

  • @dabd8175
    @dabd8175 Рік тому

    Glad I ain't no female 😂