The Investigation and Management of Hirsutism

Hirsutism, characterized by excessive male-pattern body hair in women, was often linked to PCOS and required a combination of physical hair removal methods and hormonal treatments for effective management. Mild cases could be managed with shaving or depilatory creams, while more severe cases benefited from treatments like laser therapy and medications such as combined oral contraceptives, cyproterone acetate, or spironolactone. The study highlighted the importance of addressing both the physical and psychological aspects of hirsutism to improve the quality of life for affected women.