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hypertrichosis
congenital disorder
hypertrichosis, excessive abnormal hairiness that may be localized or cover the entire body. Hypertrichosis is associated with disorders such as anorexia, repeated skin trauma, systemic illness, metabolic disease, and exposure to certain drugs and chemicals. In very rare instances the disorder is present at birth.
Different treatments are available for hypertrichosis. Examples include cosmetic procedures, such as chemical depilatory, plucking, shaving, and waxing. Longer-term results may be achieved with electrolysis or laser-assisted hair removal.
Hypertrichosis differs from hirsutism, which is excess hair growth in women resulting from mild androgen excess.
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