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The follicles of PCOS patients do not mature, so they do not ovulate, leading to irregular cycles. Also, in PCOS, ovaries produce excess androgens (hormones). These androgens are generally produced more in men (by their testes and adrenal glands) and less in women (by ovaries and adrenal glands). The androgens affect the hormone receptors on the hair follicles of the chin (beard area), upper lip (moustache area), chest and abdomen (midriff) and in some cases, the upper back and upper arms. This hormone converts the soft, brown vellus hair into dark, long, thick, coarse, and sometimes curly terminal hair. This hormone (androgens) converts the soft, brown vellus hair into dark, long, thick, coarse, and sometimes curly terminal hair.
In medical management, the endocrinologist or gynaecologist or dermatologist, or together as a multi-speciality approach, conduct blood tests on a patient for hormonal evaluations. In medical management, the endocrinologist or gynaecologist or dermatologist, or together as a multi-speciality approach, conduct blood tests on a patient for hormonal evaluations. Once the report is studied, medications are prescribed accordingly. Some common medicines for this condition are birth control pills, while anti-androgens and drugs (usually anti-diabetic medicines) are for insulin sensitivity.
Depending on the extent of hirsutism, women can choose to shave, epilate, depilate, pluck, wax, or thread their hair. In most situations, it is recommended that it is best to use an electric shaver than a manual shaver as those will cause fewer scratches and irritation.
To treat hirsutism through electrolysis, a dermatologist will place a pin inside the hair follicle using an external machine, using an electric current to kill the root. To treat hirsutism through electrolysis, a dermatologist will place a pin inside the hair follicle using an external machine, using an electric current to kill the root. Although home electrolysis machines are readily available, they are not as effective and do not show good results. As a result, it is better to consult a certified dermatologist.
These laser machines throw light beams on the hair, which destroys the hair root by attacking the melanin in them. There are various laser modalities like a diode, long-pulsed NdYAG, and alexandrite available with dermatologists to help control hirsutism. These laser machines throw light beams on the hair, which destroys the hair root by attacking the melanin in them. It is also found that lighter skin with darker hair responds best to this treatment. Also, remember that the above treatment procedures require multiple sessions and may show a regrowth if the hormonal imbalance is not managed or if the imbalance recurs.
One of the best ways to treat PCOS, including the effects of hirsutism, is by making proper lifestyle changes, as this forms the crux of the treatment. Since lifestyle choices mainly cause PCOS, a part of metabolic syndrome, which includes diseases like obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, and endometrial (uterus) cancer, is also at increased risk in patients with PCOS. In other lifestyle modifications are extremely important for patients who have been diagnosed with PCOS, so that they can prevent these diseases from occurring in the future.
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