Introduction to hair - "Hirsutism" or should it be Her-suit-like-him

Hirsutism is the term used to define excessive terminal hair growth in
areas of the body which are androgen sensitive. The growth pattern is
that to a males, and the condition is most distressing to females who
are sufferers. Hirsutism can disable a woman psychologically as
unwanted hair is seen as socially unacceptable in many societys. In
turn, male growth patterns of hair in females may socially inhibit both
the younger and older woman.
There are numerous factors which can cause hirsutism, the first being
the endocrine system. The hormone, androgen, is produced by the sex
glands in both male and female, and is the major contributing hormone
which determines hair growth distribution in both sexes.
Genetic influences are another factor. Distribution of hair varies
immensely among differing ethnic groups.
A third factor which effects superfluous hair growth is the aging
process. As the aging process progresses, bodily functions undergo
certain changes, eg: menopause. In fact, the body can go through
numerous hormonal changes, which result in physically noticeable
effects such as excessive hair growth. Pregnancy and adolescence are
some other examples.
There are various measures which delay and eventually cause hair growth
to become obsolete such as waxing, shaving and electrolysis. There is
some controversary about which local method is the best for permanent
results. However, if such methods are not satisfying then drug
treatments are available.