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    GlossaryIdiopathic Hirsutism

    excessive hair growth in women without a known cause

    Idiopathic Hirsutism refers to excessive hair growth in women in areas where men typically grow hair, such as the face, chest, and back, without an identifiable cause. Unlike hirsutism caused by hormonal imbalances or medical conditions, idiopathic hirsutism occurs despite normal levels of androgens and other hormones, making its origin unknown.

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      research Hyperandrogenism: Acne and Hirsutism

      1 citations , January 2015
      Hyperandrogenism in women often causes acne and excess hair, treatable with lifestyle changes and medications.

      research Hirsutism

      October 2007 in “PubMed”
      Hirsutism, often caused by PCOS, is treated with medication and weight loss is important for obese women with PCOS.
      Clinical Evaluation of Hirsutism in South India

      research Clinical Evaluation of Hirsutism in South India

      1 citations , October 2018 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology”
      Most women with excessive hair growth in South India have hirsutism without a known cause, with common facial hair growth and some showing hormonal imbalances and polycystic ovaries.
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      community DHT levels after 4 weeks of Fina and 8 weeks of Fina + 4 weeks of Duta

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      The user reported early stage diffuse hair thinning and increased DHT levels after 4 weeks on Finasteride and 8 weeks on Finasteride plus 4 weeks on Dutasteride, despite the medications being authentic and stored properly. They are considering increasing their Dutasteride dosage due to the lack of side effects and are unsure if the treatment is helping their hair.

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