research Repurposing Existing Drugs for COVID-19: An Endocrinology Perspective
Existing drug dexamethasone may lower death risk in severe COVID-19 cases; more research needed for other drugs.
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Combination pharmacotherapy is generally more effective for treating keloids and hypertrophic scars.
research COVID-19 in Adult Patients With Pre-Existing Chronic Cardiac, Respiratory, and Metabolic Disease: A Critical Literature Review With Clinical Recommendations
COVID-19 severely affects older adults with chronic heart, lung, or metabolic diseases.
research Comparison of the Pharmacoeconomic Profiles of Treatment Regimens for Field Pattern Actinic Keratoses
Some blood pressure medications are linked to a higher risk of skin cancer.
research Lisinopril-Induced Alopecia: A Case Report
Lisinopril, a heart medication, probably caused hair loss in a patient, which stopped after switching drugs.
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The conversation discusses a hair loss flowchart for beginners, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, and vitamins.
community Puffy eyes / fluid retention on Oral Minoxidil? Add an ACEi or ARB! *NOT MEDICAL ADVICE*
Oral Minoxidil can cause puffy eyes and fluid retention. Adding an ACE inhibitor or ARB, like Telmisartan, may help mitigate these side effects.
community Scalp tension and thickness of the galea aponeurotica, inflammation and potential treatment pathways
Scalp tension potentially affecting hair loss, and potential treatments for male pattern baldness such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841. Evidence from a study was discussed which suggests that the cause of MPB lies within the follicle itself and is not dependent on its surrounding environment.
community 11 months on 5mg oral minoxidil
A user's 11-month progress using 5mg oral minoxidil for hair loss. The user reported significant hair regrowth, including on the beard and eyebrows, and experienced minor side effects like headaches and increased body hair.
community Tressless: The Sub Where people fear monger about Finasteride, but advocate for Oral Minoxidil.
Oral minoxidil is considered unsafe due to severe side effects and requires close medical supervision, while oral finasteride is viewed as safe and effective. There is debate over the fear-mongering around finasteride and the downplaying of minoxidil's risks, with some users advocating for proper health screenings before use.