At a Glance Hormonal acne is driven by androgens stimulating sebaceous gland activity; the key conversion is testosterone to DHT via 5-alpha reductase in skin tissue. The insulin-IGF-1 axis is as important as androgens in many patients: high glycemic diets and insulin resistance amplify sebum production and inflammatory signaling. Characteristic distribution is the lower face,…
At a Glance Psoriasis and eczema can look similar at a glance, but their underlying immune pathways, typical locations, and associated conditions are meaningfully different. Psoriasis is driven by Th17/Th1 immune activity and produces thick, silvery-scaled plaques; eczema is driven by Th2 immune skewing and produces oozing, crusting, intensely itchy skin. The distinction matters for…
Early rheumatoid arthritis looks different from what most people expect. Here’s how to recognize RA early, when treatment matters most.
Psychedelic-assisted therapy is producing some of the most striking results in depression research in decades. Here’s an honest look at what the clinical trials show, who it helps, and what questions remain.
Testosterone replacement therapy carries real side effects. Here’s what the research shows, what most men actually experience, and how to reduce risks.