Is it normal to have thick & long hair strands near nipples I have near to 10 hair strands is it harmful in any way?
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The areas around the nipples or the areola have hair follicles just like any other normal skin area. Usually the hairs on women's chests are fine and can hardly be seen, unlike many men, who often have a lot of hair on their chests. This is due to the hormonal differences between the sexes which influence hair distribution. However, sometimes women develop a few long hairs around the nipple, and this is usually associated with hormonal changes related to puberty, menstruation, pregnancy and menopause. During these periods in a woman's life, fluctuations in hormonal levels occur, affecting hair growth. The use of birth control pills can also affect hormonal levels and can cause hair growth around the nipples. These are all normal changes and should not be a cause for worry. There are rare instances when hair growing around a woman's nipples may be a sign of an abnormal medical condition. Excessive hair growth in women that is similar to male patterns of hair growth is a symptom called hirsutism. Excess male hormones called androgens cause abnormal hair growth and this may be due to: Polycystic ovary syndrome, Cushing syndromeThyroid disorders etc. You need to consult your gynaecologist to find out the exact cause in such case.
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