Hypertrichosis

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MSH: Excessive hair growth at inappropriate locations, such as on the extremities, the head, and the back. It is caused by genetic or acquired factors, and is an androgen-independent process. This concept does not include HIRSUTISM which is an androgen-dependent excess hair growth in WOMEN and CHILDREN.,NCI: Generalized or localized hair growth of abnormal length and density. It may be congenital or acquired (e.g., drug-induced).,NCI: A disorder characterized by hair density or length beyond the accepted limits of normal in a particular body region, for a particular age or race.

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