Possible causes of high androgens:

• Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

• Adrenal hyperplasia

• Tumors of the ovaries or adrenal glands

• Taking certain medications (e.g. steroids)

Symptoms that suggest hormonal imbalance:

• Increased hair growth on the face, abdomen, chest

• Irregular or missing periods

• Acne

• Increased oiliness of the skin

🔹 2. Age changes and menopause

As a woman ages, her hormonal balance naturally changes. Around and after menopause, estrogen levels drop, and androgens become relatively dominant.

This can lead to:

• Appearance of facial hair

• Thinning hair on the scalp

• Dry skin

🔹 3. Genetic predisposition

Some women have a hereditary tendency to have facial hair. If your mother, grandmother, or sisters also have similar signs, it is most likely an individual trait.

Fat tissue is involved in hormonal metabolism, and excess weight can stimulate the production of androgens. In addition, insulin resistance – often associated with excess weight – affects hormones and can cause hirsutism (excessive hair growth in a male pattern).

🔹 5. Tumors and serious illnesses

In rare cases, the sudden and pronounced appearance of facial hair may be a sign of a hormone-producing tumor. This requires immediate medical attention.

Alarm signals:

• Sharp increase in hair growth

• Pronounced masculine facial features

• Deepening the voice

• Menstrual cycle disorders