How to Treat Acne in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Review of the Available Literature

June 2022 in “ Journal of Education, Health and Sport ”

Ewelina Zygmunt, Hubert Wróblewski, Aleksandra Zimna, Dariusz Chojęta, Anna Kozłowska

acne vulgaris polycystic ovary syndrome PCOS hyperandrogenism blackheads pimples cysts acne

TLDR The paper reviews acne treatments for women with PCOS but doesn't give specific advice.

The review paper discusses the treatment of acne vulgaris in adult women suffering from polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Acne vulgaris is a common chronic skin disease affecting people between 15 and 40 years of age, and one of its most common causes in adult women is PCOS. The hyperandrogenism and metabolic disorders associated with PCOS can lead to the formation of blackheads, pimples, and cysts on the face, chest, and back. The paper reviews current acne treatments associated with PCOS, but does not provide specific conclusions or recommendations.

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