Laser-like light treatment for excess hair in PCOS and gender dysphoria
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This trial tests “intense pulsed light” (a light-based treatment) to reduce unwanted facial or body hair. It may help people who have excess hair due to PCOS and who have been evaluated for gender dysphoria, if it’s safe for their skin and hair type.
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Who can take part
- You are at least 18 years old.
- A gynecologist has diagnosed you with PCOS, along with unwanted hair growth.
- A mental health professional has evaluated you for gender dysphoria.
- You have at least a certain amount of dense unwanted hair on the target body area (checked with a hair-density score).
- Your hair is not white, orange, or grey (it should be a darker color).
- You do not have a skin type that is very prone to darkening/burning (skin type 5 or higher).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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