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What is Hirsutism? What causes Hirsutism? How to approach Hirsutism? What is the role of Laser in Hirsutism? THIS IS A BILINGUAL  POST. TO READ IN TAMIL, SCROLL DOWN!  இதை தமிழில் படிக்க, கீழே செல்லவும் What is hirsutism? Hirsutism refers to excessive growth of dark, thick and coarse hair in an individual (usually female) in a male pattern. Commonly affected areas are upper lips, chin, central chest, midline of the stomach, lower back, buttocks and front of thighs. Hirsutism affects approximately 5 - 10% of women. What causes hirsutism? Hirsutism can be caused by an increased androgen production, increased skin sensitivity to androgens, or both. Androgens are often thought of as exclusively 'male hormones' but, in fact both men and women produce them; men usually in greater amounts than women. In premenopausal women, the most common cause of hirsutism is due to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).  Sometimes, no apparent underlying cause found in about a quarter of women. Ra...

Wart is a common skin condition caused by a virus, HPV. Usually asymptomatic, but when it occurs in the soles then you are gone. The pain is so excruciating similar to a stone stuck in your shoe while walking. Broadly, warts can be of 2 types: Cutaneous wart - seen commonly over hand, soles, face Ano-genital wart - seen over genital area / anal region There are an armamentarium of treatment modalities. The treatment modality is based on patient's requirements since 65% and 95% of warts go into self-resolution by the 2nd and 4th year respectively. Some of the treatment modalities commonly available are: Topical keratolytic/retinoids Caustics Podophyllin Cryotherapy Electrosurgery Intralesional Immunotherapy Laser Oral drugs Psychological methods The treatment modality should be decided based on the type of wart, location, presence/ absence of pain, etc. PRECAUTIONS : Cutaneous wart is spread by direct contact. So, avoid sharing towels, clothes,...