Hypertrichosis.

Wendelin, Daniel S; Pope, David N; Mallory, Susan B · J Am Acad Dermatol · 2003

review · Level V

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Abstract

Hypertrichosis is hair growth that is abnormal for the age, sex, or race of an individual, or for a particular area of the body. Recognized forms of hypertrichosis are reviewed. Hirsutism, which is male-pattern hair growth in a female or child, is not included in this review. Hypertrichosis is categorized as congenital or acquired, and regional or generalized. Methods of managing hypertrichosis are also briefly reviewed

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