Principles of management of women with hirsutism - a dermatologist's perspective

• Autori principali: Dominik Mikiel (Autore), Barbara Olszewska (Autore), Adriana Polańska (Autore), Zygmunt Adamski (Autore), Ryszard Żaba (Autore), Aleksandra Dańczak-Pazdrowska (Autore)
• Natura: Libro
• Pubblicazione: Termedia Publishing House, 2020-12-01T00:00:00Z.
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Hirsutism is a common clinical diagnosis defined by the presence of excess growth of terminal hair in androgen-sensitive areas. It affects 5-15% of women, often having a significant impact on their daily functioning. Hirsutism is mainly caused by ovarian or adrenal hyperandrogenism, although it can...