eogrady

I'm new to this site and PCOS and have been looking for a similar thread and have yet to find one. I was very recently diagnosed with PCOS and am not currently on any kind of medication or treatment for it. The absolute most frustrating symptom that i believe is related to my PCOS is that within the past several months my face has become at least 3x more oily than it has ever been before. Along with the excess oil has come this disgusting smell coming from the pores around my chin, nose, and behind my ears. I've been trying everything from different face washes, lotions, toners, etc. I brought this concern up to my dr. and she looked at me like i was crazy but it has gotten so bad that my husband won't come near me unless i wash my face about 3 times a day. I know excess cleansing can make the problem worse but i'm so embarassed by it at this point i don't know what else to do?? I read on another site that taking milk thistle can help so i am going to try that but i was wondering if anyone else out there has or has had this problem and if you know of anything that helps? Thanks!

afwifek

I would go see a dermatologist. I am sure the dermatologist will not look at you like you are crazy. If he/she does then walk out and see a different dr.

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kapuakea

I think I know what you mean by "odorous" skin. When I rub my nose, I always smell this smell.. no idea what it is but it's always there. I changed my foundation but I still smell it....

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hedah

I second the visit to the derm - in the mean time, might I suggest Proactive or another cleanser/toner that has anti-bacterial properties? Usually smell is related to some type of infection.