Question 1

years ago,found a dark course hair near navel, by now 3 to 4 are there.noticed another one right breast. high drive, annoying cause i prefer to be chaste. periods often v.painful, maybe off by 1 day. normal? do i need female hormone tests? which 1?

Accepted Answer

: You need to do a family tree fir body hair as most likely just your genes. Then discuss with your Dr.

Question 2

i am a 30 year old female. i am growing facial hair. my doctor says my hormones are normal. what else could cause it?

Accepted Answer

Facial Hair: If your hormones are normal, genetics can be the cause of facial hair.  Women with facial hair often have a close relative with the same condition. Another factor that contributes to female facial is ethnicity. Some medications can cause facial hair: phenytoin, diazoxide and danazol. Lazer hair removal is the best treatment as long as the hair is black or brown.

Question 3

what is main reason women lose hair? female hormones, genes, stress

Accepted Answer

Yes to all and more: They all can be significant factors; individuals may have more of one than the other.  Nutritional deficiencies-usually iron or protein can be a factor. Thyroid hormone issues can as well. Other disorders have hair loss as part of the picture, e.g. Lupus. Meds can do it as well.

Question 4

25 year old female starting having dark hair grow on my chin and upper lip. should i get my hormones checked. could this be from taking klonopin for 3 years?

Accepted Answer

: Klonopin does not have that side effect by my knowledge. You should see your doctor for a possible hormonal imbalance, especially if you have irregular cycle.

Question 5

i'm 25 female and have been on klonopin for 3 years started having dark facial hair and dark hair on toes. is hirsutism a possible side effect? is this effecting my fertility or hormones?

Accepted Answer

: There is no evidence that klonopin an cause hormonal changes to result in hirsutism of either male or female pattern or affect the menstrual cycle. Hirsutism can be familial or be part of polycystic ovary syndrome. Your gynecologist can advise you further.

Question 6

would it be possible that a hormonal embalance cause a woman to gain weight, grow hair in unwanted places and case fatigue?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Particularly disorders such as pcos which is caused by Insulin resistance and can occur in up to 30 % of women. Other disorders, such as cushing's syndrome can cause a similar picture early, but is much rarer.

Question 7

hormonal imbalance. need a solution to remove darker hair on lips, arms, back etc. also have sensitive skin. young women in need for assistance. ?

Accepted Answer

See your PCP: You may have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, especially if you are overweight and have irregular cycles. Best to get a physical with baseline blood work, and then options can be discussed.
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Question 8

which kind of problem that a high level of testosterone hormons can cause beside losing hair for women?

Accepted Answer

Several: Particularly thyroid excess or deficiency and also decreased estrogen levels. Many other causes that are non-hormonal. Check w/your doctor. Weight gain will increase potential for hair loss by increasing Insulin resistance and male hormone levels.

Question 9

how can hormones cause extreme hair growth or excessive body fat?

Accepted Answer

Hormones hair fat: yes. But need to see your pictures sand get more information to help.

Question 10

does thinking about sex a lot cause your hormone levels to raise causing dht to raise and lose your hair?

Accepted Answer

Myths: No. Every male aged 22 thinks of sex a lot.  Several times per minute, actually. This common and normal experience does not in any way change hormone levels or cause hair loss.

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Years ago,found a dark course hair near navel, by now 3 to 4 are there.noticed another one right breast. high drive, annoying cause i prefer to be chaste. periods often v.painful, maybe off by 1 day. normal? do i need female hormone tests? which 1?

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I am a 30 year old female. i am growing facial hair. my doctor says my hormones are normal. what else could cause it?

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What is main reason women lose hair? female hormones, genes, stress

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25 year old female starting having dark hair grow on my chin and upper lip. should i get my hormones checked. could this be from taking klonopin for 3 years?

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I'm 25 female and have been on klonopin for 3 years started having dark facial hair and dark hair on toes. is hirsutism a possible side effect? is this effecting my fertility or hormones?

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Would it be possible that a hormonal embalance cause a woman to gain weight, grow hair in unwanted places and case fatigue?

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Hormonal imbalance. need a solution to remove darker hair on lips, arms, back etc. also have sensitive skin. young women in need for assistance. ?

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Which kind of problem that a high level of testosterone hormons can cause beside losing hair for women?

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How can hormones cause extreme hair growth or excessive body fat?

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Does thinking about sex a lot cause your hormone levels to raise causing dht to raise and lose your hair?

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