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Definition of Hirsutism
Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
Hirsutism: Having excessive facial and bodily hair. Hirsutism can be a side effect of certain medications (such as prednisone) or reflect an underlying hormonal imbalance.