Symptoms
Symptoms and signs of some disorders associated with hirsutism may include:
- Excess hair growth (on the face, arms, legs, or chest)
- Abnormal or absent menstrual periods
- Decreased breast size
- Male-pattern baldness (in a woman)
- Deepened voice
- Increased size of clitoris
- High blood pressure
- Enlarged ovaries
- Enlarged adrenal glands
- Abnormal cholesterol and glucose intolerance
Adrenal Gland
Diagnosis
The doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history, and perform a physical exam. Tests may include:
- Blood tests—to measure the amounts of certain hormones
- Stimulation or suppression tests—to measure how hormone levels in the blood respond to changes
- X-ray —a test that uses radiation to take a picture of structures inside the body
- Ultrasound—a test that uses sound waves to examine the inside of the body
- CT scan —a type of x-ray that uses a computer to make pictures of the inside of the body
- MRI scan —a test that uses magnetic waves to make pictures of the inside of the body
Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Copyright © 2012 EBSCO Publishing All rights reserved.
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