TLDR Skin issues are common and important for diagnosing PCOS.
This study investigated the prevalence of skin manifestations in 50 patients with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) at the Combined Military Hospital, Peshawar. The mean age of participants was 26.96 years, and the mean BMI was 26.04 Kg/m². Key findings included high rates of hirsutism (72%), acne (54%), acanthosis nigricans (42%), and androgenic alopecia (20%). The study concluded that cutaneous manifestations are significant in diagnosing PCOS and are a major component of the symptoms experienced by PCOS patients.
53 citations,
December 2015 in “JAMA Dermatology” Women with PCOS often have more body hair, acne, and skin darkening, and these signs are linked to metabolic issues like insulin resistance and high cholesterol.
December 2020 in “IP Indian journal of clinical and experimental dermatology” Skin problems like acne and excessive hair growth are common in people with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, especially those with 15-16 follicles in their ovaries.
4 citations,
April 2017 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology” The study concluded that a higher waist-hip ratio significantly increases the risk of metabolic syndrome in women with PCOS.
October 2023 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine ” PSA might help diagnose PCOS and related skin issues, but more research is needed.
2 citations,
May 2017 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology” Myoinositol helps improve menstrual cycles and some skin issues in women with PCOS.
