TLDR Acne and PCOS are linked due to hormonal imbalances and metabolic issues.
This case report discusses a 22-year-old female patient with acne vulgaris and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). The patient presented with facial papules, pustules, nodules, and an irregular menstrual cycle, without any prior hormonal treatment. Clinical data such as age, weight, height, BMI, menstrual history, and signs of androgen excess (hirsutism, alopecia, acanthosis nigricans) were collected, alongside a hormonal assay and pelvic ultrasonogram. The report highlights the link between acne and PCOS, emphasizing the hormonal imbalances and metabolic issues associated with the condition.
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