Understanding Autoimmune Progesterone Dermatitis

Autoimmune Progesterone Dermatitis

Autoimmune progesterone dermatitis (APD) is a rare autoimmune disorder characterized by skin rashes that occur cyclically with the menstrual cycle. The condition is triggered by exposure to progesterone, a hormone produced by the ovaries during the menstrual cycle or by synthetic progesterone found in birth control pills or hormone replacement therapy. What are the Symptoms … Read more