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What causes excessive hair growth ? and how we can stop it ?
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Several causes: In your age group several potential causes for excessive hair growth are 1st- genetics (not much to do about that one in this part of the 21st century), 2nd- hormonal irregularities (see endocrinologist), 3rd could be medication. Some drugs such as Dilantin can cause unwanted hair growth in normally UN-hairy individuals. If cause is not identified then, electrolysis or laser are good txs.
Answered 7/12/2014
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Hair: Assuming you are talking about stiff and pigmented body hair, appearing on the face, chest and back, that is called hirsutism. The hair can be permanently removed by electrolysis or laser. Medications that can help reduce growth include oral contraceptive pills, spironolactone, and eflornithine.
Answered 7/4/2017
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