Condition Lookup
Sub-Category:
Hair Growth Disorders
Number of Conditions: 2
Hirsutism
Specialty: Dermatology
Category: Hair and Scalp Disorders
Sub-category: Hair Growth Disorders
Symptoms:
excessive terminal hair growth in male-pattern areas (face, chest, back); often associated with acne or menstrual irregularities
Root Cause:
Androgen excess or increased sensitivity of hair follicles to androgens.
How it's Diagnosed: videos
Clinical examination; hormone testing (e.g., testosterone, DHEAS).
Treatment:
Address underlying cause; medications to reduce androgen production or block receptors.
Medications:
Oral contraceptives – to suppress androgens. Anti-androgens (e.g., spironolactone , finasteride ). Eflornithine cream – to reduce facial hair growth.
Prevalence:
How common the health condition is within a specific population.
Affects about 5–10% of women of reproductive age.
Risk Factors:
Factors or behaviors that increase the likelihood of developing the condition.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), obesity, family history.
Prognosis:
The expected outcome or course of the condition over time.
Chronic condition; symptoms improve with treatment.
Complications:
Additional problems or conditions that may arise as a result of the original condition.
Cosmetic concerns; Psychological distress
Hypertrichosis
Specialty: Dermatology
Category: Hair and Scalp Disorders
Sub-category: Hair Growth Disorders
Symptoms:
excessive hair growth in non-androgen-dependent areas; can be localized or generalized
Root Cause:
Congenital or acquired conditions leading to abnormal hair follicle activity.
How it's Diagnosed: videos
Clinical examination and review of medical history.
Treatment:
Hair removal methods (shaving, waxing, laser therapy); address underlying cause if acquired.
Medications:
None specific; treatment focuses on hair removal.
Prevalence:
How common the health condition is within a specific population.
Rare; varies based on etiology.
Risk Factors:
Factors or behaviors that increase the likelihood of developing the condition.
Genetic mutations, medications (e.g., minoxidil, phenytoin), systemic conditions.
Prognosis:
The expected outcome or course of the condition over time.
Variable; depends on underlying cause.
Complications:
Additional problems or conditions that may arise as a result of the original condition.
Cosmetic concerns; Social or psychological impact