). These conditions are typically treated with systemic steroids, and the hair can grow back—though the cure doesn’t always last.If hirsutism comes on very suddenly and dramatically—“Say, over a period of six months,” says Dr. Wierman—and your testosterone levels and DHEAS levels are very high, you may have a tumor that is releasing male hormones and changing the hormone profile in your body to such as extent that you’re growing hair and fast.
However, “if you are developing new, changing, or bothersome hair on your face, jaw, chin, or chest, make sure to touch base with your dermatologist to understand if there is any underlying medical issue,” Dr. Zeichner says. Getting checked out can rule out potential problems and help get you started on any necessary treatments.