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In my late puberty i was treated with testosterone to help me grow, could this be related to my excessive body hair growth?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Kevin Olson answered

Side effects: Yes, testosterone can cause excessive hair growth. I would advise you to see your pcp for additional recommendations regarding this issue. Take care.

Dr Ingram agreed

Answered 3/25/2014

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Dr. Audrey Rogers answered

Doubtful: Usually body hair amounts are inherited. Having testosterone years ago would not have caused excessive body hair.

Answered 3/25/2014

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A member asked:

In my late puberty i was treated with testosterone to help me grow, could this be related to my excessive body hair growth?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Kevin Olson answered

Dr Ingram agreed

Dr. Audrey Rogers answered

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