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GlossaryPedal Edema (Foot Swelling)

accumulation of fluid in feet or ankles causing swelling

Pedal edema, also known as foot or ankle swelling, is the accumulation of excess fluid in the tissues of the lower extremities. This condition can result from various causes, including prolonged standing, heart failure, kidney disease, or venous insufficiency, and it often presents as noticeable swelling in the feet and ankles.

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research Safety of Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil Treatment for Hair Loss: A Systematic Review and Pooled Analysis of Individual Patient Data

14 citations, August 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy”

Low-dose oral minoxidil is a safe treatment for hair loss, with the main side effect being excessive hair growth. Other side effects like foot swelling, low blood pressure when standing, and heart rate changes are rare.

research Disappearing Foot Disease: An Unusual Presentation of Primary Lymphoma of Bone

9 citations, May 1989 in “Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine”

An elderly woman's swollen, painful foot was found to be caused by a rare type of bone lymphoma, which improved with radiation treatment.

research Efficacy and Safety of Mycophenolate Mofetil for Lichen Planopilaris

66 citations, January 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Mycophenolate mofetil was effective for most patients in treating scarring hair loss, but some had side effects.

Prunus Mira Koehne in Sichuan, China: Recorded History as a Medicine and Food, Modern Applications, Distribution, and Ethnobotanical Investigations

research Prunus Mira Koehne in Sichuan, China: Recorded History as a Medicine and Food, Modern Applications, Distribution, and Ethnobotanical Investigations

4 citations, March 2022 in “Frontiers in pharmacology”

Prunus mira Koehne is valuable for hair growth and has potential for sustainable use, but needs more research and conservation.

research Combination Therapy with Oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride in the Treatment of Male Patterned Baldness: A Case Report

January 2022 in “Cosmoderma”

Using oral minoxidil and dutasteride together can quickly increase hair growth and volume with minimal side effects.

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community 5 months and I had forgotten I had taken a picture then. The first is late September and the second today. Dut 6 times a week and Min 2.5 daily.

in Progress Pictures 17 upvotes 1 month ago

A 55-year-old user shared progress pictures after 5 months of using dutasteride 6 times a week and minoxidil 2.5 mg daily, reporting hair regrowth and some side effects like mild erectile dysfunction and foot swelling. The user attributes recent hair loss to creatine and notes improvement after adjusting the treatment regimen.

community Front page article at The New York Times (biggest circulation in the world) regarding notable results with oral minoxidil is a pretty big deal

in Minoxidil 2 years ago

This conversation discusses the potential benefits of using oral minoxidil and finasteride to treat hair loss, with some users sharing their own experiences in taking the medications. Others express concerns about the safety of these treatments.

community A year on 1mg Finasteride, 9years on Minoxidil, progress pictures.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 12 upvotes 5 years ago

A 34-year-old male has been using Minoxidil for 9 years and Finasteride for 1 year, experiencing some shedding but overall hair improvement, especially at the crown. He is considering derma stamping for better tracking of temple progress.

community How Dangerous is Oral Min Really?

in Minoxidil 26 upvotes 4 months ago

Oral minoxidil is generally effective for hair loss but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and facial puffiness. Users highlight the importance of monitoring blood pressure due to potential cardiovascular risks.

community Hairline recovery after severe hair loss

in Progress Pictures 88 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's hairline recovery after severe hair loss, which was treated with Dutasteride and Minoxidil; other users offered their opinions on the severity of the hair loss.

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