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EXCESSIVE HAIR

Hirsutism is the scientific term for excessive hair production, for both men and women, but usually refers to women. It can be a result of multiple factors and, as you can imagine, is a significant cause of emotional distress and self-esteem issues.

It commonly affects 5-10% of women and is usually a lifelong problem. We offer a range of treatments to help address hirsutism, so please contact us today to discuss your needs.

Very simply, hirsutism describes excessive hair growth. This usually refers to growth patterns and locations considered unusual, such as on the top lip, chin, chest, abdomen and back. Women usually have light “fuzz” hair growth, but hirsute women will experience the dark, coarse hair growth usually seen in men.

Hirsutism can be of genetic origin (i.e. it runs in families) or as a result of an underlying condition, which is usually hormonal. However, there are some cases of unknown origin. This can, of course, be very frustrating and emotionally distressing for sufferers. Treatment can still be offered to remove excessive or unwanted hair, even in cases of unknown origin.

Hirsutism is often associated with underlying hormonal conditions such as Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), congenital adrenal hyperplasia, and Cushing syndrome. There are also a number of tumours (including adrenal, ovarian, lipoid, and pituitary) and diseases (such as thyroid conditions) which may rarely cause hirsutism.
Use of certain pharmaceutical drugs, including steroids and male hormones, are also responsible for a small number of cases.

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Dr Gina

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“Laser hair removal has been around for some time, but here at Ocean Cosmetics we are passionate about BBL Hair Removal. We have found that this treatment is an extremely effective hair removal option. Both Dr Jess and I have extensive experience with BBL Hair Removal and we have seen fantastic results from this treatment. If you have stubborn body hair that you want to say goodbye to, call Ocean Cosmetics today”
DR GINA MESSIHA
(Cosmetic Doctor) MB BS FRACGP

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