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Is Spironolactone an option for permanent Hair loss?

Sunny_TFeb 20, 2017
(Female) I have access body hair on my chest and stomach due to Hirsutism and want to get rid of it permanently. I am of Hispanic decent with coarse hair. Can this be a possibility for me? If so, how long should I take the medication before it becomes permanent?

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Dr. Jason Emer, MD
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Dr. Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD
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Dr. William Rassman, MD (retired)
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