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Re: excessive hair loss & more frequent periods
From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 6 Mar 2000 12:01:12 -0600 (CST)

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At Mon, 6 Mar 2000, Marcia wrote: >
>I've had my thyroid tested a few times over the past several years and I
>think it's time to do it again. I'm interested in finding out what can
>be done, if there is a problem. Is it possible that thyroid problems
>can be "cured" after treatment?
>
>Also, does anyone have a ballpark figure on what thyroid testing costs?
>
>Thanks for your help,
>
>Marcia

Thyroid abnormalities don't cause excessive hair growth but can affect periods. Excessive hair growth can be genetic (common in those of Mediterranean origin, almost unheard of in Scandinavians unless there's a problem) or hormonal.
Although polycystic ovarain syndrome (PCOS) usually causes less frequent periods, it can be associated with increased hair growth.
You need a little more than thyroid testing to get tho the bottom of this.
Sorry, but others will have to commonet on costs. The labs don't share that with us.

-- Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS Great Neck, New York
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