A Study of Clinical and Investigational Profile of Hirsute Women at a Tertiary Care Center in Western India

The study at a tertiary care center in Western India examined 44 hirsute women, revealing that idiopathic hirsutism (IH) was the most common cause, followed by polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Alopecia was the most frequent associated condition, affecting 45.45% of participants. Elevated total testosterone was found in 25% of patients, mainly those with PCOS. The study underscored the need for comprehensive evaluation before diagnosing IH and highlighted the prevalence of polycystic ovarian morphology in PCOS patients. Despite its small sample size and single-center data, the study called for further research across different regions to enhance understanding of hirsutism.