Hirsutism

Hirsutism

Hirsutism, defined as excessive male-pattern hair growth in a woman, is common (affects between 5 and 10 percent of women of reproductive age) and is associated with significant emotional distress and depression. It is usually an indication of an underlying endocrine disorder (most commonly polycystic ovary syndrome [PCOS]).

In this course you will learn about hirsutism:

• Causes
• Diagnosis
• Treatment
• Treatments that are not routinely recommended
• Treatment for special populations

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References:

• https://www.uptodate.com/contents/pathophysiology-and-causes-of-hirsutism?search=hirsutism&source=search_result&selectedTitle=3~150&usage_type=default&display_rank=3
• https://www.uptodate.com/contents/evaluation-of-premenopausal-women-with-hirsutism?search=hirsutism&source=search_result&selectedTitle=1~150&usage_type=default&display_rank=1
• https://www.uptodate.com/contents/management-of-hirsutism-in-premenopausal-women?search=hirsutism&source=search_result&selectedTitle=2~150&usage_type=default&display_rank=2

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