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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
learn Platelet-Rich Plasma
growth factors taken from your blood and injected into your scalp to stimulate hair
learn Low Level Laser Therapy
laser therapy for anti-inflammatory and likely insignificant hair regrowth effects
learn Microneedling
technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth
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5 / 1000+ results![Association of melanoma and nonmelanoma skin cancer with antihypertensive drugs: A report from the Research on Adverse Drug events And Reports project](/images/research/00fa4ed6-6cb1-4ad1-b600-4ab3a3087f5b/small/14071.jpg)
research Association of melanoma and nonmelanoma skin cancer with antihypertensive drugs: A report from the Research on Adverse Drug events And Reports project
Blood pressure medications may increase the risk of skin cancer.
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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 Direct-Acting Vasodilators
Hydralazine and minoxidil are blood pressure medications that relax blood vessels, with potential side effects like rapid heartbeat and fluid retention, and are used for severe or pregnancy-related hypertension.
![Complications of Rhytidectomy](/images/research/4e93c104-cb21-4849-ae3b-33c2a6a348c9/small/24978.jpg)
research Complications of Rhytidectomy
Face-lifts can lead to complications like bleeding, nerve injury, skin death, hair loss, and rare infections, with careful surgery reducing risks.
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research Triple Hormonal Blockade (ADT3): A Patient’s Perspective
Triple Hormonal Blockade (ADT3) can effectively manage prostate cancer but requires careful monitoring for heart risks.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity high bloodpressure and crown thinning in early 20s
A user with kidney disease and high blood pressure experienced hair thinning, especially around the vertex. They are currently using finasteride and oral minoxidil but are considering whether to resume blood pressure medication despite managing symptoms with diet and exercise.
community Could low blood flow to the head cause an increased rate of thinning?
The user started using finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin for male pattern baldness (MPB) and is experiencing rapid thinning. They are questioning if low blood flow to the head could be contributing to their hair loss.
community The Oral Minoxidil hype, use your head .
The conversation is about the risks and uncertainties of using oral Minoxidil for hair loss, emphasizing that topical Minoxidil may be just as effective. It also mentions alternative treatments like micro-needling and retinol.
community BREEZULA COVID UPDATE: Filing for Special Protocol Assessment with FDA
The conversation discusses the progress of Clascoterone (Breezula) for hair loss treatment, noting that COVID-19 delayed female trials by three months but Phase III trials for males are proceeding with a Special Protocol Assessment filed with the FDA. Users express hope for Breezula as an alternative to existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, despite concerns about its potential high cost.
community 3 months on minoxidil / derma rolling. Both pictures immediately after shower
User had good results with minoxidil and derma rolling for hair loss in 3 months. Others suggest adding finasteride to maintain progress.