TLDR PCOS causes skin issues like excess hair, acne, and hair loss, needing a team approach for treatment.
This review aims to understand the dermatological manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a common condition among reproductive-age women. Diagnosed using the Rotterdam criteria, PCOS presents with symptoms like hirsutism, acne vulgaris, acanthosis nigricans, seborrheic dermatitis, androgenetic alopecia, and severe cases of virilization. These dermatological issues, along with systemic, gynecological, and reproductive symptoms, significantly reduce the quality of life, causing complications such as infertility. Effective management requires a multidisciplinary approach and clinical control of androgen levels.
PCOS is a common hormonal disorder with symptoms like irregular periods and excess hair growth, managed with lifestyle changes and medications.
November 2013 in “John Wiley & Sons, Ltd eBooks” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of male and female gonadal disorders is crucial for effective treatment and better patient outcomes.
September 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Evening primrose oil significantly improves hormone levels and reduces BMI and cholesterol in women with PCOS.
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June 1999 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America” The document concludes that early recognition and treatment of PCOS in adolescents is crucial for managing symptoms and long-term health risks.
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November 2023 in “Journal of ovarian research” Agaricus subrufescens improves ovarian function and biochemical health in rats with PCOS.
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September 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Oxidative stress worsens PCOS by damaging cells and disrupting metabolism, suggesting antioxidant treatments might help.
