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I am 56 year old female with excessive hair growth on my face like a beard. why do i have this problem when my mother does' t.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Genetic: In some cases excess facial hair in women is familial and could be from your father's side of the family. In other cases it is due to abnormal glandular problems. An endocrinologist is the best type of physician to evaluate this problem.

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Answered 1/7/2014

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A member asked:

I am 56 year old female with excessive hair growth on my face like a beard. why do i have this problem when my mother does' t.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Dohan and 2 doctors agreed

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