Hirsutism is excessive hair growth on unexpected areas of the body, such as on the face, chest, and back.

Hirsutism can result from excess androgenic hormones. This may occur due to heredity, or specific medical conditions, such as PCOS, Cushing’s, etc. 

Accelerated hair growth often occurs during menopause, due to hormonal changes. 

The simple answer is YES. However, the accelerated hair growth (a common side effect of PCOS) is only a symptom. It’s important to address the underlying cause of hormonal imbalance under the care of a physician.

Electrolysis is effective in treating the hair that is already dark and growing coarser, but “peach fuzz” will continue to convert into coarse hairs over time if the hormonal imbalance remains.