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. It is often a treatable problem, but many women do not realize that treatments are available. For most women, the tendency towards hirsutism is inherited.