If a woman has hirsutism, acne and irregular periods, polycystic ovary syndrome is a condition that is often considered. This condition can be treated initially with oral contraceptives, but also with other oral medications, such as spironolactone and other anti-androgen medications. A blood test at a physician’s office can determine the cause of these symptoms and the best treatment option.
Newswise | A Balancing Act: Hormones and the Skin
If you have some of the symptoms of PCOS you may go rushing to a dermatologist to get help, but make sure you see a doctor too, as treating the underlying cause may produce better long term results.
Lisa
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