Suggest Treatment For Increased Hair Growth On The Legs

Posted on Tue, 13 Jun 2017

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Question : I don't have alot of body hair but my leg hair on the outside of my lower leg is completely gone. Is there anything I can do to stimulate hair growth on my legs?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Remedy for sparse body hair

Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us

I am dr. kakkar (dermatologist).
I have gone through your query and I have noted your concern.
I would first like to rule out thyroid abnormalities. If that comes fine you may try application of minoxidil 5% solution, twice daily.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar