Will hirsutism continue to progress?

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Left untreated, hirsuitism can advance. Excess hair on face and on body in females is usually due to excess of male hormones called androgens and this is called hirsutism. Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is the most common cause of hirsutism. Adrenal gland problems like adrenal tumors, congenital adrenal hyperplasia, Addison’s disease or Cushing’s syndrome also result in excess hair. At times the hair follicles are very sensitive to androgens in blood. This results in excess hair. Disorders of endocrine glands like pituitary, thyroid too cause this problem. Hormone changes of pregnancy too cause this.

You need to consult an endocrine specialist to rule out these problems. Treatment can include laser removal, hormone therapy and local creams. Please discuss this with your doctor and get investigated. Hope this helps. Take care!