Excess body hair (hirsutism) may be distressing for any lady and this may be particularly worrying for a teenager who is just becoming aware of her sexuality. The assessment, investigation and treatment of excess body hair is discussed in detail in Chapter 8. Frequently, examination will show that there is only marginal excess hair and some simple investigations of hormone levels and an ultrasound of the uterus and ovaries may provide reassurance that there is no major problem.
