Ferriman-Gallwey scale measures what?

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Ferriman-Gallwey scale measures what?

This assesses androgen-related hair growth in women, i.e., hirsutism. The Ferriman-Gallwey scale quantifies terminal hair in multiple androgen-sensitive areas (such as the upper lip, chin, chest, abdomen, back, arms, and thighs). Each area is scored from 0 to 4 based on density and distribution, and the scores are summed to give a total hirsutism score. A higher total indicates more pronounced hirsutism, reflecting greater androgen effect. This tool helps evaluate hyperandrogenism and conditions like PCOS or other androgen excess disorders. It is not used for conditions like acromegaly, Cushing's syndrome, or hypothyroidism.

This assesses androgen-related hair growth in women, i.e., hirsutism. The Ferriman-Gallwey scale quantifies terminal hair in multiple androgen-sensitive areas (such as the upper lip, chin, chest, abdomen, back, arms, and thighs). Each area is scored from 0 to 4 based on density and distribution, and the scores are summed to give a total hirsutism score. A higher total indicates more pronounced hirsutism, reflecting greater androgen effect. This tool helps evaluate hyperandrogenism and conditions like PCOS or other androgen excess disorders. It is not used for conditions like acromegaly, Cushing's syndrome, or hypothyroidism.

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