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October 2014 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”
New treatments targeting the Hedgehog pathway can help treat advanced skin cancer but may have side effects and their effectiveness in early stages is unknown.
A user experienced severe side effects from using topical minoxidil sublingually, including musclecramps, dizziness, and high potassium levels. They were advised to stop and seek medical help, emphasizing that topical minoxidil is not safe for ingestion due to its alcohol content.
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The post discusses the theory that melatonin could reverse grey hair by regulating certain enzymes. However, users who have taken melatonin reported no effect on preventing or reversing grey hair.
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