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GlossaryHypertension (High blood pressure)

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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community high bloodpressure and crown thinning in early 20s

in Is this regrowth? 9 upvotes 5 months ago

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 (comment) providing facts on people talking nonsense about minoxidil and BP-medicaton in general

in Research/Science 17 upvotes 11 months ago

Minoxidil is used for hair loss and sometimes for high blood pressure, but it's outdated for the latter. For high blood pressure, it's combined with a beta blocker and diuretic to manage side effects.

community Ru58841 ruined my life. Here’s why.

in Product 127 upvotes 2 years ago

User experienced shortness of breath, high blood pressure, red eyes, and eye floaters after using RU58841 for hair loss. They warn others to avoid RU58841 and stick to finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride.

community 22 year old male, doctor prescribed 50mg oral spironolactone instead of finasteride.

6 upvotes 9 years ago

A 22-year-old male has been experiencing hair thinning since 18 and was prescribed 50mg oral spironolactone for hair loss and high blood pressure, despite inquiring about finasteride. A reply suggests that spironolactone is less effective than finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and recommends seeking a second medical opinion.

community Using Antihypertensive drugs for hair loss

in Chat 6 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses the potential connection between baldness, heart disease, and high blood pressure. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and Finasteride.

community 1 Year on Finasteride - Here's what I think

in Finasteride 86 upvotes 5 years ago

A user shared their experience after one year on Finasteride, noting both positive effects on hair retention and minor side effects like reduced libido and high blood pressure. They also emphasized the importance of quitting porn to improve sexual health and mentioned using Viagra to boost confidence.

community Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil Does Not Significantly Affect BP

in Minoxidil 178 upvotes 1 week ago

Low-dose oral minoxidil is used for hair loss and does not significantly affect blood pressure but may increase heart rate and cause hypotensive symptoms. Some users experience side effects like palpitations and shortness of breath, while others find it effective; topical minoxidil with tretinoin is also considered.

community Life after minoxidil? Has anyone stopped

in Update 147 upvotes 5 months ago

A user stopped using minoxidil after 10-12 years due to severe side effects like fluctuating blood pressure and chest pain, resulting in significant hair loss. Other users shared similar experiences, emphasizing health over hair and suggesting alternatives like finasteride, nanoxidil, and rosemary oil.

community Why Viagra promotes hair growth like oral minoxidil

in Minoxidil 84 upvotes 2 years ago

How oral minoxidil and topical sildenafil (similar to Viagra) are used for hair growth by increasing blood flow to the scalp, and potential side effects of combining these treatments with other drugs.

community My boy Saul Goodman was on Minoxidil tabs too

in Satire 1888 upvotes 3 months ago

Saul Goodman was humorously depicted using high doses of minoxidil, finasteride, and spironolactone for hair loss. The conversation jokes about the unrealistic dosages and their potential side effects.

community A bit over 3 months in, I am very thankful I found r/tressless, my self confidence is restored.

in Progress Pictures 270 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's success with treating their hair loss using daily finasteride and minoxidil, and his experience of restored confidence. Replies to the post include discussion about the optimal dose for minoxidil, as well as warnings regarding the high dose taken by the original poster.

community Dutasteride .5 daily, RU 100mg once a day, 15 mg oral min a day 6 month progress

in Progress Pictures 122 upvotes 1 year ago

The user shared their 6-month progress using Dutasteride .5 daily, RU 100mg once a day, and 15 mg oral Minoxidil for hair loss. They reported visible results, no side effects, and increased body hair, despite concerns from others about the high dosage and potential health risks.

community Two Great Articles on NCBI That Summarize What We Actually Know About Finasteride Side Effects

in Finasteride 80 upvotes 5 years ago

The side effects of taking finasteride as a treatment for hair loss, with particular focus on its sexual and psychiatric side effects; research has indicated that there are high and low outliers in terms of prevalence of sexual side effects, but it is usually between 3-5%, while evidence of lasting sexual side effects comes from lower quality sources.

community Can anyone confidently say their erections are the same on fin ?

in Chat 240 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation discusses the impact of finasteride on sexual function, with many users reporting reduced libido and weaker erections despite continuing the treatment to prevent hair loss. Some users suggest checking hormone levels or switching to different dosages or treatments like dutasteride, while others share mixed experiences regarding the severity of side effects.

community Finasteride, also known as Propecia or Proscar, treats male pattern baldness and enlarged prostate in millions of men worldwide. But a new study suggests the drug may also provide a surprising and life-saving benefit: lowering cholesterol and cutting the overall risk of cardiovascular disease.

in Research/Science 531 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation discusses the potential benefits of finasteride (Fin) for lowering cholesterol and reducing cardiovascular disease risk, with users sharing personal experiences and opinions on the medication's effects on health and hair loss. Some users report positive changes in cholesterol levels after taking finasteride, while others are skeptical or joke about its effects.

community switched from topical to oral minoxidil (topical mixed with water) 3 months ago and aside from being much easier i’ve also had much more density overall. My results aren’t even finished yet!

in Progress Pictures 2 years ago

This user discussed using oral minoxidil as a hair loss treatment, and was cautioned against mixing topical minoxidil with water and drinking it due to potential side effects and risks. Other users shared their concerns about the dangers of self-prescribing medications without consulting a doctor.

community Started oral minoxidil today

in Minoxidil 7 upvotes 6 years ago

A user started taking oral minoxidil using Rogaine, despite concerns from others about its safety and proper use. They plan to update on their progress.

community What's "wrong" with oral minoxidil, exactly?

in Minoxidil 173 upvotes 1 month ago

Oral minoxidil can boost hair growth but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and increased body hair. Many prefer topical minoxidil due to fewer side effects.

community 4 months worth of progress! Seeing some results!

in Progress Pictures 57 upvotes 4 months ago

User shared 4 months of hair loss progress using finasteride and minoxidil, noting improved scalp health with the right shampoo. Encouragement from others includes success stories with similar treatments.

community 9 month update. I had 4 different people tell me my hair looks good over Christmas break

in Progress Pictures 96 upvotes 10 months ago

The user reported positive feedback on hair appearance after switching from topical to oral minoxidil and finasteride, with no side effects. The treatment includes 1.1mg finasteride, 3mg minoxidil, biotin, and vitamins B5, B6, and C daily.

community What are the upcoming or promising future developments in hair loss?

in Research/Science 31 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation discusses potential future hair loss treatments, including SCUBE3, hair follicle cloning, and GT20029, with mentions of past disappointments like CosmeRNA and hopes for treatments like Verteporfin for infinite donor hair.

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.

community Almost 6 month progress (oral dutasteride + minoxidil)

in Progress Pictures 360 upvotes 1 year ago

A user named Zaehk shared their progress with hair loss after taking oral dutasteride and minoxidil. They started seeing positive results and mentioned concerns about side effects of minoxidil. Other users expressed support and encouragement.

community 9 months progress in daily oral minoxidil 1.25mg, liquid minoxidil and oral Finasteride 1 mg

in Progress Pictures 2 years ago

Khalidsh1: Ok. I will upload one soon This user has been using a combination of oral minoxidil and finasteride, as well as topical minoxidil to treat their hair loss over the past nine months with significant progress. They have also observed thickening in other areas such as eyelashes and eyebrows.

community 6 week update fellas, 5mg oral minoxidil. Pics are 2nd June – 10th July

in Progress Pictures 2 years ago

, you can find it online with a script This user was discussing their progress with hair loss treatments including 5mg oral Minoxidil and combining 3mg oral Minoxidil with MTF HRT. They also discussed side effects of increased body hair in other parts of the body.

community The Golden Hair Regrowth/Loss Prevention Regimen With Results and Explanation

in Treatment 223 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss prevention and regrowth regimen includes finasteride, oral minoxidil, stemoxydine, hair growth serum, derma rolling, and ketocanazole shampoo. Users discuss efficacy, safety, and personal experiences with treatments.

community Still not sure why men think diet has nothing to do with hair loss when scientific is quite the opposite [Link]

25 upvotes 6 years ago

Diet can influence hair health, but male pattern baldness (MPB) is primarily genetic. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community 7 month dutasteride hairline recovery

in Progress Pictures 75 upvotes 3 months ago

A 24-year-old male reported a 7-month hairline recovery using 0.5mg of dutasteride daily with no side effects. Another user suggested adding minoxidil to the treatment.

community I’m going balls to the wall with probably the most nuclear stack apart from hormone blockers, will update this thread monthly.

in Treatment 52 upvotes 2 years ago

A user experimenting with an extreme hair loss treatment stack of Dutasteride, RU58841, 15 mg oral minoxidil, and microneedling, which sparked a debate among other users about the safety of this approach.

community After 12 years of great success on Fin&Min my hair is thinning and falling out again

in Treatment 7 upvotes 5 months ago

After 12 years of success with oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, the user is experiencing hair thinning and scalp discomfort. They are considering options like switching to oral minoxidil, adding dutasteride, or using ketoconazole shampoo, topical caffeine, rosemary serum, and supplements.