Skin darkening, particularly around the neck, underarms, or skin folds, can sometimes be associated with insulin resistance, which is commonly seen in PCOS. However, generalised skin darkening along with severe fatigue and weakness warrants further medical evaluation to rule out other hormonal, metabolic, or nutritional causes.
I would recommend consulting an endocrinologist for a comprehensive assessment. Depending on your clinical history and examination, investigations may include fasting glucose,
HbA1c, a
lipid profile,
vitamin B12,
vitamin D,
ferritin/iron studies, and other relevant hormonal or biochemical tests. Your doctor may also consider additional investigations based on the pattern of skin darkening and your other symptoms.
Since you have experienced approximately 10 kg of weight gain after starting myo-inositol and D-chiro-inositol, please review the supplement, its dosage, and the timeline of your symptoms with your treating doctor. The association does not necessarily mean the supplement caused the weight gain.
From a nutritional perspective, an individualised PCOS-friendly diet focusing on balanced meals, adequate protein and fibre, appropriate carbohydrate portions, regular physical activity as tolerated, and good sleep can help support metabolic health.
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Please do not start oral medication for skin darkening without identifying the cause. Appropriate treatment depends on the diagnosis, and generalised skin darkening with significant fatigue deserves prompt medical attention.