Refers to the presence of seborrhoea, acne, hirsutism and alopecia in women.
Can be associated with polycystic ovary syndrome, cystic mastitis, obesity and infertility.
The association of these androgen-dependent cutaneous signs, are classified according to their etiology into four types: (1) idiopathic, (2) ovarian, (3) adrenal, and (4) hyperprolactinemic SAHA.
Generally occurs in young to middle-aged women and involves either the presence of elevated blood levels of androgens or increased androgen-driven peripheral response with normal circulating androgen levels.
Evaluation identifies the cause for peripheral hyperandrogenism and excludes androgen-producing tumors.