For gentlemen, a dashing mustache is usually a source of pride. But for ladies, even a modest fuzz above the upper lip is a cause for concern. Where does facial hair come from, and can it be removed permanently?
Dr. Natalie
Find the cause
Isolated facial hair is not a serious problem — you can just pull it out or shave it and forget about it. But if there are a lot of hairs that are noticeable and appear again after their removal, it means there is something else going on in the body. Often, the cause is hormonal.
This most often occurs during puberty, pregnancy, or menopause due to hormonal changes in the body. In this case, the problem is temporary — but it should still be taken care of.
The growth of unwanted hair may also cause hormonal imbalance caused by=== polycystic ovaries, adrenal gland or thyroid gland malfunction, or the appearance of tumors that produce male sex hormones.
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