Friday, January 04, 2008

  1. Congenital Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa - For hundreds of years, societies have maintained a certain fascination with the bizarre and the unknown. In the past, persons with congenital ...

  1. Too Much Hair: Hypertrichosis, Hirsutism and Androgenic Manifestations in Women Dr. Nelson Soucasaux, Brazilian gynecologist Hypertrichosis and hirsutism are the excessive growth ...

  1. An explanation of this disorder, the causes, when to see your doctor, how to get rid of excess hair, and medications.
  2. 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 syndrome in women. It can also be caused by a pituitary tumour or other serious medical conditions. See also hypertrichosis, a genetic condition that results in unusually thick body hair.

  1. There are many causes of hirsutism and it can cause severe anxiety and social stress. There are now many treatment options available. ... The extent of normal hair growth varies ...
  2. Presents the hormonal factors involved, the causes, and treatment for this type of problem. Written by a physician.
  3. Familial hirsutism*Familial hirsutism is not associated with androgen excess.. *Familial hirsutism is both typical and ... of hirsutism depends on its cause. Familial or ethnic hirsutism typically begins during puberty. Hirsutism resulting ...

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