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| | Androgen Excess Society |
 | | Hirsutism refers to the excess growth of coarse, often long and dark hair, in a male-like pattern over the face, chest, abdomen, back, arms and legs. |
 | | The excess male hormones circulate in the blood and act on hair follicles in the skin to stimulate the growth of long, coarse, and commonly dark hairs. |
 | | Excess androgens also result in the overproduction of sebum, the skin oil, which results in clogged pores and acne. |
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