Cutaneous Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Cross-Sectional Clinical Study

    January 2017 in “ Indian Dermatology Online Journal ”
    Mohammad Abid Keen, Iffat Hassan Shah, Gousia Sheikh
    Image of study
    TLDR Skin problems like acne, excessive hair growth, and oily skin are common in women with PCOS and can help with early diagnosis.
    In a 2016 study involving 100 women diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), researchers found that skin-related symptoms were common and could be used as indicators for early diagnosis of the syndrome. The most prevalent symptoms were acne (73%), hirsutism or excessive hair growth (61%), and seborrhea or oily skin (67%). Additionally, 33% of the women experienced androgenic alopecia or hair loss, and 26% had acanthosis nigricans, characterized by dark, velvety skin patches. The study also found a significant association between age and hirsutism, with younger women more likely to experience this symptom. Raised testosterone levels were the most common hormonal abnormality, found in 28% of the patients. The study concluded that effective management of PCOS requires a coordinated effort between various medical specialists.
    Discuss this study in the Community →

    Research cited in this study

    6 / 6 results

    Related Community Posts Join

    6 / 561 results

      community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.

      in Female  56 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.

      community How does hair loss and recovery work?

      in Chat  12 upvotes 2 months ago
      Hair loss varies due to genetic sensitivity to DHT and other factors. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling.

      community Spironolactone or bicalutamide prescription

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about someone seeking a doctor in the EU who prescribes spironolactone or bicalutamide for female pattern hair loss, as they are having difficulty finding treatment options beyond Minoxidil in Austria. They are asking for recommendations and are open to direct messages for assistance.

      community Coegin Pharma to release Follicopeptide (FOL005) by Q2 2025

      in Treatment  117 upvotes 2 months ago
      Follicopeptide (FOL005) by Coegin Pharma will launch as a cosmetic hair growth treatment by Q2 2025, showing similar efficacy to finasteride. Users discuss the benefits and skepticism of releasing hair loss treatments as cosmetics rather than drugs.

      community I am having Success with RU58841 and 1mm Derma Roller

      in Microneedling  19 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user reported success with RU58841 and a 1mm derma roller for hair regrowth, noting significant improvement in hair density and reduced scalp visibility. They also mentioned using minoxidil and black castor oil in the past, with mixed results.

      community DHT levels after 4 weeks of Fina and 8 weeks of Fina + 4 weeks of Duta

      in Update  36 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user reported early stage diffuse hair thinning and increased DHT levels after 4 weeks on Finasteride and 8 weeks on Finasteride plus 4 weeks on Dutasteride, despite the medications being authentic and stored properly. They are considering increasing their Dutasteride dosage due to the lack of side effects and are unsure if the treatment is helping their hair.

    Related Research

    8 / 8 results