Androgens in hirsute women referred for electroepilation
Fogh, H.; Worm, A.M.; Forkert, B.; Bennett, P.
Acta Dermato-Venereologica 69(2): 179-182
1989
ISSN/ISBN: 0001-5555 PMID: 2564241 Document Number: 346643
One hundred and five hirsute women were examined. Elevated levels of at least one androgen were found in 58 women, most often free testosterone, dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate and delta 4-androstenedione. No significant correlation was found between level of androgens and hirsutism score or frequency of menstrual disturbances other than amenorrhea. Fifty-three women were examined at least 6 months after electroepilation. A significant decrease in hirsutism score and frequency of self-treatment was found. Scarring was not observed. Electroepilation performed by an experienced person should be recommended as an excellent treatment for hirsutism.