Dermatological Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

    February 2024 in “ Brazilian Journal of Implantology and Health Sciences ”
    Gabriela Martins, José Almeida, Ana Paula Mendes Macedo Trigueiro, Daiana Bettanin de Melo Alexandrino, Fernanda de Queiroz Albuquerque, Jader Joel Machado Junqueira, Guilherme Augusto Santana Silva, Thaís Godoi de Souza, G. Ribeiro, Thiago Cavalcante, Kenneth Candeira Sampaio, Guilherme Guimarães de Paula Poleto, Renata de Paula Ribeiro Dechichi, Ariel Ferreira Paula, Geziany Vieira dos Santos Cunha, Vanessa Fontana Porfirio Ribas
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    TLDR PCOS often causes skin issues like excess hair, acne, and hair loss, needing early treatment.
    Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) often presents with significant dermatological manifestations such as hirsutism, acne, and alopecia, which can impact patients' quality of life. This systematic review, following PRISMA guidelines, analyzed recent literature and found a high prevalence of these symptoms in PCOS patients, with insulin resistance and hyperandrogenism being key contributing factors. Various therapeutic approaches, including hormonal agents and insulin modulators, have been explored for managing these symptoms. The review underscores the importance of early identification and treatment of dermatological manifestations to improve both aesthetics and overall health outcomes for PCOS patients.
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