Why Do I Have Hair on My Stomach?
Before the onset of puberty, the stomach is covered with vellus hair. Vellus hair is light in color, thin, and soft. It is hair that is commonly referred to as peach fuzz. For the most part, vellus hair is unnoticeable. However with the onset of puberty comes the growth of thick, dark hair that begins […]
Continue readingHirsutism or Just Hairy? (Hirsutism Quiz)
If you’re like me, you probably spent quite some time in your younger years thinking that you were just unfortunate and that all that excess hair was just something you had to deal with. It took more than 10 years of struggle until I finally found out that what I had was hirsutism, a medical […]
Continue readingThe Best Support Groups and Online Communities for Women with Hirsutism
Are you looking for an online support group, forum or Hirsutism blogs? Look no further! I have collected a few of my favorited below. Online Support Groups Hirsutism Support Group (Facebook) Hirsutism and PCOS: Help, Encouragement and Info (Facebook) Bearded Lady Syndrome and Hirsutism (Facebook) Hirsutism France – French (Facebook) Hirsutismus Hilfegruppe – German (Facebook) r/Hirsutism (Reddit) […]
Continue reading4 Tips For Building Confidence and Self Esteem with Hirsutism
I’ve been dealing with hirsutism for many years now. And I’m not gonna lie: It’s been a struggle at times. Even though I’ve mostly come to terms with the fact that my legs aren’t going to be as smooth and my skin isn’t going to be as clear as other women’s, I have moments when […]
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3 Common Mistakes Women with Hirsutism Make
I was in my teens when I first started to struggle with excess hair on my chin and thighs. I didn’t know about hirsutism at the time and just assumed I was hairier than other girls. I stopped wearing shorts in the summer, because no matter what I tried, my legs just never seemed to […]
Continue readingHirsutism and Acne
If you have been reading up about the signs and symptoms of Hirsutism, you might now be looking for more information about any connection between excessive hair growth and acne. In essence, both are majorly impacted by hormonal changes in a person’s body, and as such, there is always going to be some connection between […]
Continue readingCan the Thyroid Cause Hirsutism?
The thyroid gland is a small piece of tissue located just below the Adam’s apple in the neck. Unbeknownst to most people, the gland is quite active and oversees many bodily functions that we take for granted. The thyroid helps to regulate our body temperature, controls the rate metabolism and propels growth and development of […]
Continue readingWhat Causes Facial Hair in Women?
Women who suffer from excessive facial hair can find the condition to be extremely distressing. Apart from the effects it has on one’s confidence and self-esteem, it can be a difficult condition to manage. The attempts to identify the cause of excess facial hair and the steps taken to remove it don’t come without a […]
Continue readingHirsutism and Menopause
Hirsutism is a common medical condition seen in women of all ages. It describes the presence of excess hair on areas such as the chin, chest, arms and legs, back and buttocks. Although Hirsutism is usually experienced by pre-menopausal women, hirsutism can still occur in those who have gone through menopause or are going through […]
Continue readingDiagnosing Hirsutism: Blood Tests, Ultrasound, and Other Labs
Hirsutism is a condition experienced by around 5-10% of all women. It describes the growth of too much hair on the face or other parts of the body, such as the chin, chest, stomach, arms, legs and back. But hair growth is a subjective experience. What feels like too much body hair to one woman […]
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