There are approximately 5 million hairs in the human body, 100 thousand of which are on the scalp. The soft and light-colored quince hairs (vellus) found on the body before puberty turn into thick and dark hairs (terminal) in gender-specific areas due to the male hormone (androgen) produced during puberty. Normally, women do not have black hair on the chest and shoulders, except for a few black hairs on the nipple. Hair growth that is not too much on the face, nipple, abdomen and lower part of the waist is considered normal.
Excess hair growth in women (Hirsutism) occurs in areas sensitive to male hormones (e.g. upper lip, chin, chest, abdomen, back and It is male pattern hair growth that occurs as an excess of thick and dark colored hair (on the waist). In case of excess male hormones, excess hair growth occurs on the face, neck, chest, abdomen, back and waist.
Excess hair growth in women is actually common in women and is detected in 5-10% of adult women. It is most common between the ages of 15-16 and 45-50. It is rightfully a very disturbing problem for women. However, many women do not talk about this problem much and do not go to the doctor. Women with increased hair growth try to get rid of hair by applying to estheticians or cosmetic centers.
Excessive secretion of male hormones can lead to hair loss as well as hirsutism in women. Apart from this, if the hormone disorder continues and is not treated, complaints such as deepening of the voice, acne formation and increase in muscle mass may be observed.
Although excess hair growth may seem like a cosmetic problem, the main problem is often the irregularity in hormone levels. There is often an underlying disease. Due to the disease, there is an excess of male hormones, which leads to excess hair growth. Generally, excessive hair growth occurs due to ovarian and adrenal gland problems. It most commonly occurs due to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. However, excessive hair growth may also be an indicator of a serious disease. For this reason, every young girl with excessive hair growth MUST BE CHECKED AND INVESTIGATED for the diagnosis and treatment of the underlying disease. Recommendations and checks must be made to avoid being late. At the same time, the most appropriate treatment can be determined by the analyzes performed. What it is can be revealed and thus the most effective and appropriate treatment can be given.
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