Brief Study of Hypertrichosis

    Purvesh Chavhan, Sumit Garule, Aniket Suryawanshi, Dinesh Shinde, Sudam Chavhan, Mohammad Asnaashari, Momin Sanaurrehman
    TLDR Hypertrichosis causes excessive hair growth and can be managed with treatments like laser, electrolysis, or new topical solutions.
    Hypertrichosis is characterized by excessive hair growth and can be congenital or acquired, with causes ranging from genetic mutations to drug use or underlying diseases. Diagnosis involves clinical assessment and sometimes genetic analysis. Management varies; drug-induced hypertrichosis may reverse upon stopping the drug, while laser or electrolysis offers long-term control. In children, less invasive methods are preferred. New topical treatments like capryloyl glycine show promise in reducing hair growth. While primarily a cosmetic issue, hypertrichosis can signal systemic diseases, necessitating thorough medical evaluation. Future research into genetic and molecular aspects may lead to more targeted treatments.
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