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People with polycystic ovary syndrome may have a higher risk of heart problems due to abnormal nervous system control of their heart and blood pressure.
The user experienced progress in hair recovery using oral finasteride and minoxidil, despite some side effects like increased heartrate. They switched from foam to oral treatments for convenience and reported minimal shedding.
Low-dose oral minoxidil is used for hair loss and does not significantly affect blood pressure but may increase heartrate 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.
Significant hair regrowth was achieved using finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil over a year, despite initial shedding. The treatment is recommended, though it may cause increased heartrate and body hair growth.
A 36-year-old user shared their 12-month hair recovery journey using oral Propecia, topical minoxidil, a derma roller, ketoconazole shampoo, biotin, and omega-3. They reported seeing results by the second month, with some setbacks but overall progress.
Stopping minoxidil often leads to significant hair shedding, and recovery to baseline can vary, with some users reporting no full recovery. Combining minoxidil with finasteride may help maintain gains, but stopping minoxidil typically results in losing the hair regrowth it provided.