What Causes Excessively High Androgen Levels?
Disease description:
I often develop fine facial hair, which makes me feel self-conscious—unlike other girls, I sometimes feel like I have a slight mustache. After researching online, I found that this may be caused by excessive androgen secretion. Could you please explain what might be causing this condition?
Doctor's answer (2)
Dr. Zhao Lianli
Hello, elevated androgen levels in women are commonly caused by pathological conditions. Patients may have adrenal cortical hyperplasia. In women with perimenopausal syndrome, decreased estrogen secretion can lead to increased androgen production. Clinical manifestations may include obesity, endocrine dysfunction, amenorrhea, acne, and other signs of hormonal imbalance. Another common cause is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), which presents with clinical features of hyperandrogenism; if left unmanaged, it may impair fertility. I hope this information is helpful to you. Wishing you good health!
