Where are we in the diagnosis and treatment of hirsutism? A narrative review
Mert Yesiladali, Kursad Unluhizarci, Erkut Attar, Fahrettin Kelestimur · 2026
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Description
Mert Yesiladali and coauthors offer a 2026 narrative review of hirsutism, the growth of coarse hair in a male pattern in women. It can weigh heavily on health and self-image. The condition is driven by male hormones. Gaps remain around how hormones act inside the hair follicle, how insulin resistance feeds the problem, and why treatments help some patients more than others. The authors searched three major databases for human studies from January 2000 through September 2025.
The review walks through local hormone activity and follicle sensitivity. It covers how assessment has evolved. It also covers which drug and hair-removal options current endocrine and skin evidence supports. Its central proposal is a personal, team-based approach spanning hormone, women's health, and skin care. Excess hair should not be treated as a cosmetic matter alone.
Catalog record
| CREATOR | Mert Yesiladali, Kursad Unluhizarci, Erkut Attar, Fahrettin Kelestimur |
|---|---|
| YEAR | 2026 |
| COLLECTION | PAPERS |
| FORMAT | TXT |
| FILE SIZE | 64 KB |
| VERSION | 1.0 |
| LICENSE | CC BY 4.0 |
| RIGHTS | CC BY |
| SOURCE | Europe PMC |