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Posted on: 04/04/2005
Question
I'm a fifteen year old guy. I have more body hair than most people, but what bothers me most is hair on my ear lobes. It's quite short but noticeable because it's blackish brownish. I tried a creme hair remover a number of times but it just grows back. I also have some 2-inch long hairs growing from my nipple and plucking them just makes them grow back thicker.
Answer
For guys, hair growth is a reflection of testosterone levels in the body. As you are going through puberty -- there is likely to be a lot more hair growth, especially in places you may not like, but it's actually not unusual.
Don't pluck your hairs!
If you have concerns about your hair growth or your body -- talk with your doctor.