Hirsutism is a condition in which there is excessive growth of hair on the face or body. Although hirsutism can occur in both men and women, it is usually only a problem for women. Women with hirsutism have dark, thick hair on their face, chest, abdomen and back. A very high level of male hormones may be caused by tumors.
Some medicines can cause excessive hair growth.
These medicines include birth control pills, hormones and anabolic steroids. Hirsutism seems to run in families. Your family doctor may want to do some tests to find out what is causing the hirsutism. See your doctor if you have a sudden increase in facial or body hair. Also, if your periods have become irregular or if your voice has become deeper, you should see your doctor.