Prevalence of Cutaneous Disorders in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

    Mohammed Mostafa, Nader F. Ragab, Ghada F. Mohammed
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    TLDR All women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) in a study had at least one skin disorder, with the most common being excessive hair growth, acne, dark skin patches, hair loss, and oily skin.
    In a study conducted from May 2016 to February 2017 involving 134 female patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), it was found that all participants had at least one skin disorder. The most common were hirsutism (93%), acne (49.2%), acanthosis nigricans (53.7%), androgenetic alopecia (35.8%), and seborrheic dermatitis (27.6%). The severity of acne and hirsutism showed a significant positive correlation with LH/FSH ratio and total testosterone levels. However, there was no significant difference in these hormone levels in patients with or without androgenetic alopecia or seborrheic dermatitis. The study concluded that these skin conditions could be potential indicators of PCOS.
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