Question

Name the hormone which leads to the growth of beard in women.

Answer 1

Growth of beard in women:

Higher than normal levels of androgens are responsible for facial hair growth in females.

Testosterone:

1. Androgens, e.g. testosterone, are typically referred to as male hormones but are produced in females too and are responsible for hair growth.
2. Ovaries and adrenal glands produce small amounts of androgens such as testosterone in females.
3. Excess secretion of androgens leads to unwanted hair in females.