Hirsutism, a common clinical problem, can undermine a women’s confidence and self-esteem. However, its significance extends beyond cosmetic inconvenience as it may indicate the presence of an endocrine disorder. Most androgen excess is idiopathic or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) related.
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