Hirsutism is a very unpleasant pathology, which is accompanied by the growth of hair on the face and body of a woman according to the androgenic type. According to statistics, almost 30% of the fair sex faces a similar problem in one form or another. What to do in such cases? Why do women have hair on their chests? Should I be worried about this? How to get rid of unwanted hair on the body? Our readers will find answers to these questions in the article.
Why do women grow hair on their chests? Physiological causes
For starters, it's worth saying that the appearance of vegetation on uncharacteristic areas of the body is not always a cause for concern. Hair on a girl's chest can appear during puberty - during this period, significant hormonal changes occur in the body, which often leads to the appearance ofsimilar symptom.
Pregnancy is another physiological reason. According to statistics, during gestation, due to hormonal changes, body hair becomes thicker and darker. Approximately the same situation is observed in women before menopause.
Information about risk factors
But, speaking about why women grow hair on their chests, it is worth noting that the reasons are far from always associated with physiological hormonal changes. There are other possible risk factors:
- diseases of the endocrine system;
- diseases of the genital organs;
- hereditary predisposition (especially when it comes to women with coarse, dark hair);
- chronic systemic diseases;
- taking medications that can affect hormones.
If there is hair on the nipples that grows very quickly, while the cover itself is too thick, then you should immediately consult a doctor.
Polycystic Ovarian Background
If hair grows around the nipples, then this may indicate the presence of diseases of the genital organs. In particular, hirsutism is one of the symptoms of polycystic ovaries. This pathology is associated with infertility. At a certain stage of egg maturation, a failure occurs - the follicles mature, but do not break, as a result of which, together with the egg that has not been released, they turn into small cysts.
The results of medical research suggest that in most cases the development of polycystic ovaries is associated with hormonal disruptions and endocrine diseases. Genetic inheritance, infectious diseases and emotional stress play a role.
Of course, male pattern hair is not the only symptom of PCOS. Pathology is accompanied by menstrual irregularities, rapid weight gain, pain in the lower abdomen and lower back.
Increased levels of male sex hormones
Male pattern hair is sometimes the result of a hormonal imbalance. For one reason or another, the level of male sex hormones in a woman’s body increases, which, in fact, control the growth of hair on the body.
Such disorders are not an independent disease, they only indicate the presence of a particular pathology. For example, the same polycystic ovaries is often accompanied by a jump in androgen levels. The list of causes includes adrogenital syndrome and various tumors of the adrenal glands. Sometimes the level of hormones rises against the background of malfunctions in the hypothalamic-pituitary system. The lists of reasons include constant stress, taking certain medications, bad habits and much more.
By the way, nipple or areola hair is not the only symptom of hormonal imbalance. Signs also include acne and other skin changes. Of course, an increase in the level of androgens affects the functioning of the reproductive system, leading to malfunctions of the menstrual cycle andproblems with pregnancy.
Should I see a doctor?
We have already de alt with the information about why a woman has hair growing on her chest. Sometimes this phenomenon goes away on its own. In other cases, a similar problem is a symptom of a serious illness.
Hirsutism is just something that should not be ignored. In any case, it is better to consult a doctor. You will need a gynecological examination and consultation with a gynecologist. If the specialist suspects something is wrong, he will refer you for additional tests. It will be necessary to conduct an ultrasound of the pelvic organs and check the level of hormones in the body.
Girl's chest hair: can it be removed at home?
If we are talking about only a few hairs, then you can remove them yourself at home. Of course, this can be done only after consulting a doctor, when during the diagnosis it was possible to confirm that the growth of hair on the chest is not associated with any serious diseases and serious hormonal disruptions.
Ways to remove body hair:
- You can remove unwanted vegetation with tweezers. You just need to gently grab the hair and pull sharply. Of course, this is only true if there are only a few hairs, and they are quite tough.
- Sometimes women get rid of unwanted hair with a razor. Of course, this is a simple and painless way, but it is extremely inefficient. Razorcuts off only the upper part of the hair and it begins to grow the very next day, while becoming tougher and darker. The procedure often causes skin irritation, especially when it comes to the delicate skin around the nipples.
- Another option is depilatory cream. This is a special tool that begins to destroy the hair immediately after application. It should be understood that such creams often cause allergies and irritation, and the skin on the chest and décolleté is extremely sensitive.
Salon treatments
If hair appears on the nipples of a woman, then you can contact a beautician. Specialists offer more effective methods of dealing with unwanted vegetation.
Methods of hair removal in the salon:
- Wax or sugar hair removal is a very effective, albeit painful, procedure. Soft wax or sticky sugar paste is applied to the skin, covered with a cloth and abruptly torn off as soon as the mass hardens. In this case, the hair is pulled out along with the follicle, which, of course, is accompanied by very painful sensations. On the other hand, the effect of the procedure lasts longer, sometimes the skin remains clear for several weeks.
- If we are talking about a permanent result, then the cosmetologist can offer laser or electrolysis, the features of which will be discussed below. It is only worth noting that such procedures, with the right approach, allow you to get rid of hair for many years.
Laser hair removal
The most popular method of dealing with unwanted vegetation is laser hair removal. The essence of the procedure is simple - under the influence of a laser beam, the hair follicle is destroyed, as well as the hair itself. It should be noted that in order to achieve the maximum result, 4 to 10 repeated procedures are required. Laser hair removal is not suitable for removing light and gray hair (without pigment).
Electroepilation in the fight for smooth skin
Separately, it is worth mentioning electrolysis. This is a highly effective, albeit complex, procedure that requires specialized equipment. A very thin needle is inserted into the cavity of the hair follicle, through which an electric current is supplied to the tissue. The hair follicle coagulates and collapses, and the hair itself falls out. Of course, for complete hair removal, about 6-10 sessions are required, and the procedure itself is often accompanied by not very pleasant sensations. On the other hand, it makes it possible to permanently get rid of hair.
Recipes of traditional medicine
We have already covered information about what constitutes hirsutism in women, causes and treatment, risk factors and salon procedures. But what to do if, for one reason or another, it is not possible to turn to a beautician, and the razor and depilatory cream cause irritation? You can try to cope with the problem with the help of traditional medicine:
- Hydrogen peroxide will help in the fight against vegetation on the body. It must be diluted with water (in equal proportions), and then treat those areas of the skin that are coveredunwanted hairs. Naturally, this will not help get rid of vegetation. However, the hairs gradually lose color, become thinner and more brittle, almost invisible.
- You can prepare a more aggressive solution. We mix three tablespoons of medical alcohol with a teaspoon of ammonia, the same amount of castor oil and a few drops (no more than 5) of iodine. The composition should be applied twice a day to the skin in the area of hair growth. Over time, the vegetation becomes lighter and thinner, ceases to be striking and cause aesthetic discomfort.
- Some folk healers recommend treating the skin with a decoction of walnut shells.
Once again, it is worth reminding that the appearance of hair on the chest should not be ignored. It's always best to see a doctor and get a full diagnosis. If hirsutism is the result of some disease, then therapy should be started immediately.
