Hypertrichosis of Vellus Hairs in the Malar Region After Unilateral Treatment with Bimatoprost

    March 2004 in “ American Journal of Ophthalmology ”
    Jeffrey L. Hart, George Shafranov
    Studysummary This case report found that topical bimatoprost in a female Hispanic patient with glaucoma led to increased hair growth and pigmentation in the malar region, which resolved after discontinuing use and epilation.
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