Dermatological Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Literature Review

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.