Cutaneous Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

September 2021 in “ Dermatology Reports ”

Mohammad A. Abusailik, Alsharif M. Muhanna, Adam A. Almuhisen, Abdullah M. Alhasanat, Ayed M. Alshamaseen, Safa M. Bani Mustafa, Mohammed Nawaiseh

hirsutism acne androgenic alopecia acanthosis nigricans seborrhea hormonal imbalances acne vulgaris androgenetic alopecia excessive hair growth pimples male pattern baldness dark skin patches oily skin hormone imbalances severe acne female pattern baldness

Studysummary This study found that acne, hirsutism, and other skin conditions are prevalent among Jordanian women with polycystic ovary syndrome, often linked to specific hormonal imbalances and higher BMI.

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The document "Cutaneous manifestation of polycystic ovary syndrome" discusses the skin symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), including hirsutism, acne, androgenic alopecia, acanthosis nigricans, and seborrhea, which are primarily due to hormonal imbalances. A study of 146 Jordanian women with PCOS found the most common skin features were acne vulgaris (75.3%), hirsutism (59.6%), seborrhea (43.2%), and androgenetic alopecia (42.5%). All skin manifestations, except for acne, were associated with a higher body mass index (BMI). The study suggests that the presence of these skin features, especially in overweight and obese patients, should alert physicians to the possibility of PCOS. A multidisciplinary approach involving a gynecologist, dermatologist, endocrinologist, psychiatrist, and nutritionist is recommended for proper management.

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