Tag: Hirsutism

Hirsutism refers to the growth of thick dark hair in areas where women typically grow fine hair or no hair at all above the lip and on the chin, chest, abdomen, and back..

Hirsutism Symptoms – Excess hair on your: upper lip, lower jaw (chin), neck, chest, tummy, anal and genital area, front of your thighs, Oily skin, Acne. Hirsutism Causes – Hirsutism can be caused by an increased level of androgens, the male hormones, or an oversensitivity of hair follicles to androgens..

Hirsutism Treatment Using Home Remedies, Yoga, And Diet – Foods to be taken: Excess insulin in the bloodstream can lead to a sharp increase in circulating androgen and insulin-like growth factor, which have been associated with hirsutism in women. Most non-starchy vegetables, legumes and fruit have a low GI rating. Chromium helps maintain normal blood glucose levels by making insulin more efficient. This will fight insulin resistance which is often associated with hirsutism. Good dietary sources of chromium include romaine lettuce, onions, tomatoes, whole grains, and potatoes. Eat antioxidant foods- fruits (such as blueberries, cherries, and tomatoes) and vegetables (such as squash and bell peppers).

Hirsutism Prevention – Hirsutism generally is not preventable. But if you have polycystic ovary syndrome, controlling obesity may help reduce hirsutism..