What is hypertrichosis?
Hypertrichosis is a condition characterized by excessive hair growth in areas of the body not typically associated with dense or dark hair. It can be congenital or acquired.
In rare cases, it may be caused by certain medications, metabolic conditions, or trauma to the skin. Hypertrichosis is distinct from hirsutism, which is hormone-driven.
Red light therapy is not typically used to treat hypertrichosis, but understanding the condition is important when setting realistic expectations for hair stimulation treatments like LLLT.
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