Acne
Persistent acne often reflects hormonal imbalance, gut dysfunction, or systemic inflammation. We investigate androgens, insulin, gut health, and nutrient status.
Symptoms
Comedones, papules, pustules, and cysts on face, chest, and back. Hormonal acne typically appears along the jawline.
Causes and risk
Androgen excess, insulin resistance, gut dysbiosis, dairy sensitivity, zinc deficiency, and chronic stress.
How it is evaluated
Hormone levels (testosterone, DHEA-S), fasting insulin, comprehensive stool analysis, zinc, and dietary assessment.
Treatment
Blood sugar and hormone balancing, zinc supplementation, gut restoration, dairy elimination trial, and anti-inflammatory nutrition.