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Hirsutism

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Hirsutism refers to excessive dark coarse hair growth in women in areas more typical of male hair patterns.

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Regular exercise throughout the month reduces period pain severity. Even light exercise during menstruation can help.

Months·💪 Medium effort

Combined Oral Contraceptive Pill

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Combined oral contraceptive pill to regulate periods, reduce androgen symptoms and provide contraception in PCOS.

Months·💪 Medium effort

Counselling Support

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Psychological support may help body image distress.

Weeks·💪 Medium effort

Laser Hair Removal

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Laser treatment reduces hair growth over time.

Months·💪 High effort

Electrolysis

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Electrolysis permanently destroys hair follicles individually.

Months·💪 High effort

Spearmint Tea

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Spearmint tea has anti-androgenic properties and may reduce excess hair growth and acne in PCOS.

Weeks·💪 Low effort

Weight Management

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Losing excess body weight to reduce hydrostatic pressure in the lower limb venous system, which exacerbates varicose vein symptoms and progression.

Months·💪 High effort

Hormonal Assessment

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Hormonal testing may identify conditions such as PCOS.

Days·💪 Medium effort

Spironolactone

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Spironolactone may reduce androgen effects on hair follicles.

Months·💪 Medium effort

Low Glycaemic Diet

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Reducing refined carbohydrates, sugar and high-GI foods while increasing vegetables, legumes and whole grains.

Months·💪 Medium effort

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