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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Black Hair Growth.
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
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Black Hair Growth.
by cathyhampshire, Jun 22, 2001 12:00AM
I am 44 years old. For about 5 years now, I have had a small patch on the side of my chin that grows black hair. I am a white female and have a medium complextion. The hair that grows is real course. I pull them out but they just grow back. The area is always red and irritated with red bumps. Is there anything I can do to stop the unusual hair growth there and is pulling out the hair causing the irritation. I am assuming it is but I do not want black hair on my chin.
Thanks
Cathy
Thanks
Cathy
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Jun 22, 2001 12:00AM
, Jun 22, 2001 12:00AM
You should remove the hair: ;aser is easiest and fastest, and a small area should be inexpensive. Other methods are electrolysis and temporary methods like depilatory creams, or bleaching. Yanking the hairs out by plucking, tweezing, or waxing often causes irritation. Get rid of it!
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
