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Could Little Hair On Upper Lip Of A Toddler Indicate Endocrinological Issues?

My three year old son has a bit of hair on his upper lip. It is noticeable in that family members have remarked on it. I am concerned about underlying endocrinological issues possibly. He his a seemingly healthy and active boy otherwise. Should I have him evaluated or is he just a hairy kid?
Sat, 19 Jul 2014
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Thanks for the query.
The reason for it is most likely genetics — if you or your child's other parent had a lot of body hair as a toddler (or someone in either of your families did), your toddler simply "inherited" the body hair.
You can see a pediatrician( or upload the photo) if he think it is normal then nothing to worry.
Hope i helped you.
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Could Little Hair On Upper Lip Of A Toddler Indicate Endocrinological Issues?

Thanks for the query. The reason for it is most likely genetics — if you or your child s other parent had a lot of body hair as a toddler (or someone in either of your families did), your toddler simply inherited the body hair. You can see a pediatrician( or upload the photo) if he think it is normal then nothing to worry. Hope i helped you.