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Hirsutism

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Hirsutism is the excessive growth of hair, particularly on a woman's face, torso and limbs, and is generally caused by increased androgens. It is a common sign of polycystic ovary syndromein women. It can also be caused by a pituitary tumouror other serious medical conditions.

One method of evaluating hirsutism is the Ferriman-Gallwey scorewhich gives a score based on the amount and location of hair growth on a woman.

Many people with unwanted hair seek methods of hair removalto control the appearance of hirsutism.

For men to be diagnosed with hirsutism, the amount of hair has to be exceptionally large. Often, such men (and rarer, also women) are known as "wolf people". Fedor Jeftichewsuffered from the condition, as did his father, Adrian.

See also hypertrichosis, a genetic condition that results in unusually thick body hair.

External links

Hairchick.com - Hirsutism
Hair removal facts for consumers.
Facial Hair Removal for women

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