Unwanted Hair

The document from 1986 discussed the societal pressures on women to have long scalp hair but no pigmented facial or body hair, noting significant familial and racial differences in hair growth. It highlighted that up to 90% of hirsute women had increased androgen metabolism, often linked to conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). The importance of endocrinological evaluation and various treatment options, including cosmetic methods and medications like cyproterone acetate and spironolactone, was emphasized. The document also stressed the need for proper medical advice and reassurance for women dealing with excessive hair growth.