Girsutism is not always only a cosmetology problem. Very often appearance «superfluous» Hair is a consequence of hormonal imbalance. And then to get rid of this attack you need to go out in the salon, but to the doctor. And it's better not to slow with this visit, since Girsutism is able to spoil the life of a woman.
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The hairs appeared on the chin, on the back, and even outlined «whiskers». It was terrible, I blended myself and my body», - Remembers now 28 - Summer Lena, qualified pharmacist. «I was confused, and later annoyed when someone watched me. I have no doubt that everyone pays attention only to hair, very noticeable on the face. I was ready for everything, just to get rid of this nightmare.
And otherwise - goodbye, femininity!» Lena, which today can even joke on this topic, then stubbornly moved all possible methods of dealing with the coming misfortune. She was shaved daily, bleaching, triggered, pluck her hair, pulled them out with the help of molten wax and applied the epilator, went to electrolysis treatment sessions. All this was painful and gave only a short-term effect.
The only thing that did not come to the girl in the head is to consult a doctor. Especially for a gynecologist. «Did not even assume that it could be associated with diseases - «female» or other. I thought: just a misfortune for my head!»
The fact that Lena considered almost a slogony, actually has a name among specialists - Girsutism, T. E. Excessive hair growth in women in «Involiated» Zones: on the chin and cheeks, above the upper lip, on the chest, on the inner surface of the hips, on the back or abdomen. Sometimes the exhaustion is accompanied by other symptoms of androenization (excess of male hormones or the incorrect reaction of the organism on their normal number). This is an acne, alopecia (baldness in the field of forehead), obesity on the male type, when fat accumulates mainly in the area of the abdomen and waist.
If, along with excessive hair growth, abundant menstruation and weight gain are observed, you should immediately contact the doctor.
Specialists have established that 25% of women appear separate hairs on the chest, on the abdomen or above the upper lip. It delivers quite a lot of inconvenience, because it reduces self-esteem and, accordingly, social activity. Girls who have such a feature sometimes perceived by others inadequately, they are considered rude, endowed with male features of character, although in fact it does not correspond to reality.
The studies of the gynecologists-endocrinologists have proven that hair bulbs are extremely sensitive: they are sharply reacting to the slightest changes in the hormonal background. Unexpectedly increased hair growth can signal not only about excess testosterone, but also about a number of diseases, even about cancer tumor.
The cause of the occurrence of girsutism
In adolescence, androgens (men's sex hormones) are responsible for the growth of dark rigid hairs on the body, which are produced by ovaries and adrenal glands. However, sometimes even at the normal level of androgen hair appears more. Depending on the number of men's hormones and sensitivity to them, follicular receptor receptors in a woman can grow as only a few unnecessary hairs, and the real mustache with a beard.
Half of the fair sex representatives aged from 15 to 25 years old, Hirsutism is associated with a high level of androgens provoked by any violations.
His signs: irregular or abundant menstruation and hair growth in «inappropriate places». A significant part of those who are made by this diagnosis are also suffering from overweight. Ultrasound examination in this case shows the characteristic chain of small, like pearls, cyst. This disease can lead to infertility, since ovulation practically does not occur. There is also a potential risk of endometrial cancer.
Girsutism after 30
Excessive hair growth after 30 years is often accompanied by the development of male signs (Virilism), such as a rough voice. One of the possible causes of such external manifestations - Cushing's disease (Cushing’s desease). This is a hormonal violation that leads to an increase in the abdomen, the collar neck zone, the appearance of the second chin, as well as the weakening of the muscles. Cushing's disease is usually a consequence of a benign or malignant adrenal tumor or pituitary. Girsutism and virilism can also be caused by the ovarian tumor.
Separate appearing hairs sometimes serve as evidence of the approaching menopause. In this case, the decrease in the level of estrogen is a completely natural process, changing the hormonal balance towards the prevalence of Androgen.
Hisutism is sometimes provoked by poorly selected hormonal contraceptives, steroids and other drugs. Some medications, such as cyclosporine, as well as immunosuppressants taken by the implant owners, cause similarity with historicism, which is called hypertrichosis (enhanced growth of colorless hair). Suffering anorexia is quite often susceptible to hypertrichoz. Soft light hair on cure or after stopping the reception of cyclosporin falls out by themselves.
Gynecologists are often discharged «Diana-35» - Magnificently proven contraceptive drug with antagandogenic effect. For the treatment of neurko pronounced hirsutism, a means of a softer action is shown - «Zhanin». However, along with the reception of special-purpose contraceptives, it is necessary after consultation with the endocrinologist, establishing the cause of the violation, to pass special drug therapy. In terms of hirsutism, which is a consequence of ovarian polycystosses, we use Spironlacton (Aldalakton), Clomiphene and DR.
With congenital adrenal hyperplasia, cortisol is prescribed.
With idiopathic and family hirsutism, hair can be removed using modern epilation tools. The most painless, but also a short-term way to combat extra hair - shave. The following methods are popular.
Epilators - the principle of their action is approximately the same: mechanical hair accumulation. If you follow the rules - to make hair removal in the evening, use the means, moisturizing skin and slowing hair growth, do not forget about peeling, preventing rustling of hair - this way is likely to become your beloved.
Cream - Depilator - substances contained in the cream destroy the proteins in the hairs, and after some time they disappear. Negative moment is possible skin irritation.
Wax - after removing hair begin to grow after 2 - 3 weeks. But the operation is too painful.
Discoloration - in the bleaching cream enters hydrogen peroxide, making hair lighter and thinner. The result lasts approximately 2 - 3 weeks. Allergic reaction is possible.
Electrolysis - a method that allows almost forever to get rid of unwanted hair. The needle for which the electric current is transmitted is introduced into the hair onion, and it is destroyed. The procedure will have to be repeated monthly within 1 - 2 years.
Laser - to remove hair may need 5 procedures. Until it is not fixed, for how long the laser eliminates the hair.
