The Differential Diagnosis of Hirsutism and Virilism

October 1973 in “ Archives of internal medicine ”

Mortimer B. Lipsett

scalp hair loss facial hair body hair baldness hirsutism virilism hair loss facial hair body hair baldness excessive hair growth

TLDR The document likely discusses how to tell the difference between excessive hair growth and the development of male characteristics in women.

A 25-year-old woman experienced progressive scalp hair loss starting at age 14, accompanied by increased facial and body hair. By age 20, she had significant baldness and required daily shaving for facial hirsutism. Despite these symptoms, her menstrual cycles were regular, and her libido and body weight remained normal. She had no prior health issues or hospitalizations and maintained normal health otherwise.

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