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Can testosterone and estrogen control how much body hair you get?
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Testostrone, yes: Androgen hormones like testosterone can cause abnormal male pattern hair growth if the female percentage rises above 2-3% of the total hormone levels. Genetics also contribute to extra hair growth(hirsutism).
Answered 3/26/2013
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Testosterone: Women can can increased hair growth in normally male areas if they take testosterone. Estrogen has no effect on hair growth.
Answered 8/5/2015
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