Symptom 9: Excessive Hair Growth on the Face and Back
While a thick mane is often envied, unexpected hair growth on the face and back can be a source of distress. For PCT sufferers, this isn’t about genes but a manifestation of their condition. And it’s not the soft, peach-fuzz kind, but coarse, dark hair that sprouts in places they’d rather it didn’t.
PCT leads to an overproduction of certain hormones, which in turn stimulates the hair follicles in areas not typical for extensive hair growth, especially in women. It’s the body’s response to the internal chemical imbalances, with hair growth as an unintended side effect.
This symptom, like many others associated with PCT, carries a psychological weight. In a society that has well-defined norms for where hair should and shouldn’t be, especially for women, this unexpected growth can lead to self-consciousness and social anxiety.
Various treatments, from laser hair removal to electrolysis, offer solutions to manage and reduce this excessive hair growth. Topical treatments can sometimes slow down hair growth. However, addressing the root cause by managing PCT is essential to see long-term results. (9)
