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Men with hair loss are seen as less attractive and shorter, and height is a key factor in attractiveness ratings.
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April 2008 in “Obstetrics, gynaecology and reproductive medicine” Hirsutism is often caused by high male hormone levels and can be treated with lifestyle changes and medications.
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May 2003 in “Journal of health psychology” Women with excess body hair feel psychological distress influenced by societal beauty standards, but distress isn't directly linked to the amount of hair.
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The US Military supports transgender health care, but many needed skin procedures aren't covered by insurance.
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