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GlossaryHypertension

condition where blood pressure in arteries is consistently elevated

Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure (HBP), is a condition where the force of the blood against the artery walls is consistently too high. This can lead to serious health issues such as heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems. Blood pressure is measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg) and is expressed with two numbers: systolic pressure (when the heart beats) over diastolic pressure (when the heart rests between beats). A reading of 130/80 mmHg or higher is generally considered hypertensive.

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Increased Levels of Prostaglandin-Like Material in Canine Blood During Arterial Hypotension Produced by Hydralazine, Dihydralazine, and Minoxidil

research Increased Levels of Prostaglandin-Like Material in Canine Blood During Arterial Hypotension Produced by Hydralazine, Dihydralazine, and Minoxidil

35 citations , December 1979 in “Naunyn-schmiedebergs Archives of Pharmacology”

These drugs raise prostaglandin-like material in dog blood, possibly causing blood vessel widening.

research Sex Differences in Arterial Hypertension

47 citations , September 2022 in “European Heart Journal”

Women may need different blood pressure guidelines than men for heart disease prevention.

research Features of Steroidogenesis and Arterial Hypertension in Men in Different Types of Physiological Male Hyperandrogenism

May 2023 in “Problems of Endocrinology”

Men with high testosterone may have higher morning blood pressure, unlike those with high DHT.

research Severity of Alopecia Predicts Coronary Changes and Arterial Stiffness in Untreated Hypertensive Men

5 citations , July 2016 in “Journal of Clinical Hypertension”

Men with severe early-onset baldness may have worse heart artery function and stiffer arteries if they have high blood pressure.

research Vitamin C Deficiency-Induced Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension

13 citations , February 2020 in “CHEST Journal”

Vitamin C supplementation can resolve pulmonary arterial hypertension caused by vitamin C deficiency.

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A user shared that taking vitamin E, specifically tocotrienols, seemed to reduce their hair shedding, and they are also using finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling for hair loss. Another user cautioned against high doses of vitamin E due to potential health risks.

community "Switched to Dutasteride and 7.5 mg Oral Minoxidil 4 Months Ago – Still Shedding?"

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A 24-year-old switched from finasteride to dutasteride and increased oral minoxidil from 5 mg to 7.5 mg, noticing increased hair shedding. Users discuss the safety and effects of high-dose minoxidil, with some suggesting the shedding may be temporary due to dosage changes.

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in Research/Science 43 upvotes 4 months ago

PP405 is considered a promising hair loss treatment, potentially replacing minoxidil but not finasteride. Users are hopeful for future treatments like GT20029 and VDPHL01, while remaining cautious about effectiveness and side effects.

community Wtf have we been doing for the last 30 years

in Treatment 548 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride work but have side effects. A permanent cure is still not available due to the complexity of hair loss and limited investment.

community Scalp tension and thickness of the galea aponeurotica, inflammation and potential treatment pathways

in Research/Science 3 years ago

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.

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