Juvenile Skin Problems (Acne, Hirsutism)

Causes

  • Inherited (genetic) disorders
  • Increased secretion of male sexual hormones
  • Increased sensitivity of the skin to male sexual hormones

Check up

  • Gynecologic examination
  • Measurement of hormone levels in blood
  •  Transabdominal or vaginal ultrasound
  • CT or MRI of the adrenals; other laboratory measurements, if necessary

Treatment

Appropriate medication, sometimes surgical treatment recommended by the

gynecologist.