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    GlossaryChronic Leg Ulcers

    long-lasting leg sores that don't heal within six weeks

    Chronic leg ulcers are long-lasting sores or wounds on the legs that fail to heal within a typical timeframe, usually defined as six weeks or more. They are often caused by underlying conditions such as poor blood circulation, diabetes, or venous insufficiency, and can lead to significant pain, infection, and reduced quality of life if not properly managed.

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      community Medications that cause extra hair growth

      in Research/Science  123 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses the side effects of various drugs causing excess hair growth, questioning why only minoxidil is used in the hair loss industry. The conversation includes users sharing their experiences and concerns about potential side effects of these drugs, with some preferring baldness over potential health risks.

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      A user created oral minoxidil sugar cubes due to lack of prescription access, leading to a humorous discussion about unconventional and potentially unsafe methods of using minoxidil. The conversation highlights the lengths people go to for hair growth.

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      in Research/Science  623 upvotes 1 week ago
      Dutasteride may cause chronic infertility by reducing semen volume and motility, with concerns about irreversible prostate fibrosis. Users consider switching to finasteride or using treatments like minoxidil and microneedling, weighing hair preservation against fertility.