Polycystic ovary syndrome and acne

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder in reproductive aged women. It is typically characterized by hyperandrogenism, chronic anovulation, and polycystic ovaries. Women with PCOS often experience dermatologic manifestations of hyperandrogenism, including hirsutism, ac...

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Published in:Skin therapy letter 2010-11, Vol.15 (10), p.1-4
Main Authors: Chuan, Sandy S, Chang, R Jeffrey
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Acne Vulgaris - etiology
Acne Vulgaris - therapy
Alopecia - etiology
Alopecia - therapy
Female
Hirsutism - etiology
Hirsutism - therapy
Humans
Hyperandrogenism - etiology
Hyperandrogenism - therapy
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - complications
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - physiopathology
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - therapy
Prevalence
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Summary:Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder in reproductive aged women. It is typically characterized by hyperandrogenism, chronic anovulation, and polycystic ovaries. Women with PCOS often experience dermatologic manifestations of hyperandrogenism, including hirsutism, acne vulgaris, and androgenic alopecia. This article will review the treatments for acne due to androgen excess in PCOS women.
ISSN:1201-5989