Why Do We Have an Increase in Hair on Our Body?
 

The increase in body and facial hair is called hirsutism. Briefly, it can be described as male pattern hair growth in women. So, what causes an increase in hairs?

Especially in our race, women may have a slight increase in facial and body hair. This is not a sign of disease. It is a genetic trait. It does not indicate a hormonal disorder, therefore, there is no need for examination and treatment. The only thing that can be done is to destroy it with " laser epilation ". Apart from this; Male pattern hair growth usually occurs as a result of a hormonal disorder, and it must be treated. The distinction between these two conditions must be decided after a doctor's examination. 

How do we know when hair growth is due to a hormonal disorder?

- The hairs formed due to hormonal disorders are not thin. It is thick and black.

- The hairs formed due to hormonal disorders show a male-type distribution. In other words, there is an increase in hair in areas specific to men such as the chin, sideburns, and the middle of the chest.

- Complaints such as menstrual irregularity and lack of menstruation indicate hormonal disorders.

In which cases is it necessary to go to the doctor in case of increased hair growth?

- An increase in black, thick hair that has occurred suddenly in the last six months.

- Having other complaints that may suggest a hormonal disorder, such as menstrual disorder, amenorrhoea, increased acne.

- In terms of pituitary adenoma, which is one of the important diseases that cause hair growth, complaints such as headache, blurred vision, double vision, milk coming from the breasts are important.

What is the most common cause of increased hair growth?

The most common cause is genetics. In other words, there is an increase in hair as a familial feature, not because of a disease or hormonal disorder. These hairs are finer and more common.

The second most common cause; Stop PCOS. polycystic ovary syndrome; It is a common complaint. It is manifested by numerous small cysts in the ovary. In these patients, besides hair growth, there are other signs of hormonal disorders such as menstrual irregularity, weight gain, and increased acne.