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Why am i growing very dark and thick arm hair?i'm a male of almost 20 year old i always had thin arm hair now it's dark and thick!is this normal ?

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Dr. Tanya Russo answered

Hormone imbalance: The change in the appearance of your body hair could indicate a hormonal imbalance. Other symptoms of hormonal imbalance can include acne, changes in menstrual cycle, worsening body odor, moodiness and differences in your energy level.

Answered 5/19/2014

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Why am i growing very dark and thick arm hair?i'm a male of almost 20 year old i always had thin arm hair now it's dark and thick!is this normal ?

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Dr. Tanya Russo answered

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