What is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)? Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common cause of Hirsutism in women of reproductive age. 70 – 80% of women with PCOS have Hirsutism. PCOS is a chronic hormonal condition, and women affected by PCOS have symptoms such as weight gain, obesity, irregular menstruation, subfertility, acne, anxiety and […]
Continue readingWhat is Progesterone? Progesterone is a hormone produced mainly by ovaries and also adrenal glands in females, and is found naturally in our bodies. It is a steroid hormone. Progesterone is used for hormone replacement therapy in post-menopausal women to fight against symptoms during and after menopause like hot flushes and irritability, and to protect […]
Continue readingWhat Is Hirsutism? Hirsutism is defined as the development of male pattern hair growth with increased amount of body hair in unwanted places in a female. It can occur due to a familial trait passing down through genes, a medical condition where there are excess androgens in the body, or due to prolonged intake of […]
Continue readingHirsutism is a condition that is characterized by the presence of male-pattern hair growth in women and can range in severity, symptoms and its impact on the patient’s mental health. While some women may not be as bothered and find the condition manageable, it may lead others into depression and social anxiety. In addition to […]
Continue readingHirsutism is pronounced hur-soot-iz-um. It refers a condition, that causes male-pattern hair growth in women and is often caused by a hormonal imbalance. How to Pronounce Hirsutism More Information Now that you know how to pronounce Hirsutism you probably also want to know what this condition, that affects up to 10% of women is […]
Continue readingWhen trying to learn more about hirsutism, its causes, treatment and natural remedies, many get overwhelmed by the huge amount of information available. We’ve compiled a list with useful facts to help you with your research. No matter whether you’re just been diagnosed or are already in the middle of a treatment, we’re sure our […]
Continue reading1. No one knows about the condition. Although it affects 5-10% of women, hardly anyone knows or talks about it. So many of us struggle with this hairy problem, yet it seems like everyone’s fighting their battle alone. Why is it so hard for us to talk about our excess hair? Why the embarrassment? Why […]
Continue readingWomen affected by hirsutism often struggle with male pattern hair growth and acne. While there are no definite numbers, experts estimate that around 5-10% of pre-menopausal women are affected. Hirsutism is usually caused by a hormonal imbalance, that causes an excess of male hormones in the female system. This imbalance can have a number of […]
Continue readingGenerally speaking, hirsutism is a condition caused by excess androgen hormones (such as testosterone) in women. This excess of androgens can have various reasons, but may also be idiopathic (no identifiable cause). Many women diagnosed with hirsutism also suffer from polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Sometimes medication, genes or other endocrine conditions cause the male pattern […]
Continue readingThe Ferriman-Gallwey Score was originally published by D. Ferriman and J.D. Gallwey in 1961 in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and presents health care professionals with a means to evaluate and quantify Hirsutism in women. It is the gold standard for evaluating hirsutism and is routinely used by healthcare professionals all around the globe. In […]
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