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Hypertrichosis.

Daniel S Wendelin1, David N Pope, Susan B Mallory

  • 1St Louis Children's Hospital, I Chiuldren's Place-3N48, St Louis, MO 63110, USA. mallory_s@kids.wustl.edu

Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
|February 13, 2003
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This review covers hypertrichosis, which is abnormal hair growth. It categorizes types as congenital or acquired, and regional or generalized, excluding hirsutism.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Endocrinology
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Hypertrichosis is defined as excessive hair growth beyond normal patterns.
  • It can manifest differently based on age, sex, race, or body area.
  • Hirsutism (male-pattern hair in females) is distinct and not covered.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recognized forms of hypertrichosis.
  • To categorize hypertrichosis based on its onset and distribution.
  • To briefly discuss management strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of recognized hypertrichosis classifications.
  • Categorization into congenital versus acquired forms.
  • Categorization into regional versus generalized forms.

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Main Results:

  • Hypertrichosis can be congenital (present at birth) or acquired (developing later).
  • It can also be classified as regional (localized) or generalized (widespread).
  • Various management approaches exist for hypertrichosis.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding the classification of hypertrichosis is crucial for diagnosis.
  • Distinguishing hypertrichosis from hirsutism is important.
  • Management strategies should be tailored to the type and cause of hypertrichosis.