Excessive body hair growth in females is often seen in females with polycystic ovarian disease (PCOS) which can cause problems with oestrogen. Hirsutism may also be complicated with many other gynecology problems and some of these are discussed below.

Classic Chinese medical texts have recognized that excessive facial hair in women can be treated via what is called the chong meridian which is known as the "Sea of Blood". Many acupuncturists use this meridian to treat many different menstrual disorders as part of their treatment regime.

In addition, hirsutism may be involved with Polycystic ovarian disease (PCOS), and associated with menstrual irregularities as well as being a symptom of various types of infertility.  Acupuncture and Chinese herbs can also be used to help these conditions.

Natural remedies for hirsutism
-- Reproductive herbs which may be used for hormonal imbalances and to address excessive testosterone production are: Paeony, False Unicorn Root, Bupleurum, St Marys Thistle, Saw Palmetto, Licorice, Damiana, Sarsparilla and Vitex agnus castus.

-- B vitamin Complex - as a gentle anti-oxidant, regulation of the menstrual cycle, reduce excessive amounts of androgens from the adrenals

-- The mineral Chromium is also of importance when there is an insulin resistance problem (hyperglycaemia - blood sugar imbalances and sugar cravings. 

-- Chrominum is important for regulating blood sugars and the production of insulin, dysregulation of these may be a contributing factor to hirsutism by increasing the production of androgens.

-- There are some vitamins and minerals which are helpful for normalizing insulin and androgens, or reducing the effects of testosterone. They include chromium, vitamin E, magnesium, zinc, copper, and vitamin B6