Hirsutism Adrenal Endocrine Disorders

Hirsutism Adrenal Endocrine Disorders

The excessive growth of facial and/or body hair in women. It is usually characterized by the growth of coarse terminal hairs on androgen-dependent areas of the body such as the chin, chest, abdomen, and anterior thighs. Principal causes include abnormal regulation of androgen production by the pituitary gland, elevated androgen production by the adrenal glands or ovaries related to the presence of tumors or cysts.

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Hirsutism (Excess Hair) - An explanation of this disorder, the causes, when to see your doctor, how to get rid of excess hair, and medications.
InteliHealth: Hirsutism - Describes this disorder in women and covers symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.
Evaluation of Excessive Hair Growth (Hirsutism) - Presents the hormonal factors involved, the causes, and treatment for this type of problem. Written by a physician.
Hirsutism - Contains pathophysiology, clinical features, investigations, differential diagnosis, and treatments. From eMedicine.

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