Cutaneous Findings and Systemic Associations in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

    December 2015 in “ JAMA Dermatology ”
    Timothy H. Schmidt, Keshav Khanijow, Marcelle I. Cedars … Kanade Shinkai
    Studysummary This study found that hirsutism and acanthosis nigricans are the most reliable skin markers for diagnosing polycystic ovary syndrome in women and suggest a need for further evaluation of possible metabolic issues.
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