Hirsutism is the medical term for excess body or facial hair in women.
Hirsutism is not a disease, and it is rarely caused by a serious underlying disorder. Nevertheless, in our society, too much facial or body hair is considered abnormal. Excess hair growth can cause great psychological distress or social embarrassment, and it can even make employment more difficult. It is a treatable problem, but many women do not realize that treatments are available. For most women, the tendency towards hirsutism is inherited.