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I am 46 years old. on thyroid meds and pressure meds. i am premenopausal. i have very bad pigmentation. i tried to get off my birth control diane thinking this was the cause however over the last 2 months i have intense oily skin on my face?

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Dr. Ralph Boling answered

More likely: polycystic ovarian syndrome, causing the oily skin and pigmentation issues. Your doctor can run tests to be sure and treatment is available

Answered 2/19/2020

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A member asked:

I am 46 years old. on thyroid meds and pressure meds. i am premenopausal. i have very bad pigmentation. i tried to get off my birth control diane thinking this was the cause however over the last 2 months i have intense oily skin on my face?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ralph Boling answered

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