Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and unwanted hair growth
Overview
PCOS is a common condition and a symptom of this is excessive hair growth, which is readily treatable by electrolysis.
Should you be experiencing excessive hair growth or be concerned that you may have PCOS, then firstly, do consult your GP for advice, tests and a diagnosis.
The cause of PCOS remains unknown but is often associated with abnormal hormone levels. Insulin resistance can also affect how the tissues react to insulin, the body then produces extra insulin to counter this resistance. High levels of insulin cause an over production of testosterone and can prevent normal ovulation.
Testosterone is present in both female and male bodies, but usually is much lower in women. Excess testosterone can be a contributory factor in excessive hair growth. There can be a combination of other causation factors, the first step is to discuss your concerns with your GP.
As a specialist in the permanent removal of unwanted facial hair, I treat many transgender clients who often initially present with a full male pattern beard. The duration of treatment varies depending upon the strength and density of hair growth, but typically 150 to 200 hours of treatment is required for a transgender woman.
Treatment for women with PCOS follow a similar pattern, but usually the hair is less course than that of transgender clients, with a consequent reduction in treatment duration.
Further information from the NHS is here.
Recommended treatment schedule.
Our bespoke intensive electrolysis treatment plan has proved to be highly effective. This process begins with a consultation and test patches. Following this, dates can be scheduled in for your treatment. The duration of your first intensive session will be determined at your consultation.
Example based on full male pattern facial and neck hair.
1st treatment 20 hours, spread over 5 days at 4 hours treatment per day.
2nd treatment five to six weeks later of 16 hours spread over 4 days at 4 hours per day.
3rd treatment five to six weeks later of 12 to16 hours spread over 3 to 4 days at 4 hours per day.
Subsequent treatment durations will be determined after your third treatment. These generally continue to reduce in duration once three full passes have been completed.
Further information and prices are here.
