Question 1

at what  age do girls start growing pubic hair?

Accepted Answer

Puberty: Once a girl is making hormones in order to menstruate, then the process is set in order for hair to begin to grow.  This will usually occur around 11-12 years of age but may be a bit earlier or a bit later.

Question 2

how much pubic hair is normal in girls? i seem to have a lot :) where is it normal for it to grow? mine seems to be everywhere down there!

Accepted Answer

IT VARIES: It is all normal just like head hair every body have different growth of pubic hair.You can trim with a scissor or shave/wax or have it removed through laser.

Question 3

wondering why should girls shave their pubic hair?

Accepted Answer

Normally: Female shave pubic area for cosmetic reasons.

Question 4

can you explain to me how pubic hair develops in girls?

Accepted Answer

Effect of hormones: Pubic hair development in girls is caused by increasing levels of androgens, one of the types of hormones that increase in puberty. This normally occurs between 10 and 12 years of age, but can be a little later or earlier. If a girl has pubic hair much earlier or not till much later, a doctor should examine the child to check for any medical problems causing this.

Question 5

what are reasons why should girls shave their pubic hair?

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Shaving: This is usually done for purely cosmetic reasons and is not medically necessary in any way.

Question 6

where are the rectum and anus located and whats their function and purpose?  also what is pubic hair and what changes do guys and girls go through during puberty?

Accepted Answer

Basics: The rectum &amp; anus are the same thing. They are located at your rear end &amp; coordinate the expulsion of feces. Pubertal hair changes are extensive &amp; cannot be detailed in the  limited space available.

Question 7

what could be the cause of a girl growing pubic hair at age 8 years?

Accepted Answer

Get her checked: This may be just a benign happening.  I would have my child checked for issues that could effect.  Particularly ovary and pituitary.

Question 8

normal to not grow lots of pubic hair and you are 16 and male?

Accepted Answer

Depends on family: The amount of pubic hair, body hair, and facial hair a teenager gets (and when he gets it) is mostly genetically determined. That means he will likely follow the pattern of his father and older brothers. So, he should talk to his doctor if his brothers and father had lots of pubic hair by age 16, yet he himself has little or no hair. Annual check-ups are needed for following puberty changes.

Question 9

what age do men get gray pubic hair?

Accepted Answer

Varies: It may be the last to turn--many in their 70's have only a few.

Question 10

is it normal to have pubic hair at age 11?

Accepted Answer

Early puberty: Puberty seems to be occurring earlier than in the past. Some children develop body odor in elementary school and it is not uncommon to see some pubic hair at 11. Monitor closely for rapid progression. If this occurs , consult your pediatrician to see if intervention is warranted.

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