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Article: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Puts Spotlight on Female Facial Hair Growth; Rx-Only VANIQA(TM) Offers Women Relief From Unwanted Facial Hair.
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- PR Newswire
- Article date:
- November 18, 2002
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NEWS ALERT
WHAT:Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects up to 15 percent of
U.S. women. While one of the first signs of PCOS can be an
increase in unwanted facial hair (UFH), many women struggle
with this embarrassing symptom without recognizing it as a
medical condition. Much more than a beauty dilemma, UFH can
impact a woman's self image and her interpersonal
relationships. And while it may be a sensitive subject,
talking to a doctor about the presence of UFH may lead to
early diagnosis and ...