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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
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research Investigation of Oral Mucosal Lesions in Patients Attending Dermatology Outpatient Clinic: A Study of 1670 Cases
About 38% of patients at a dermatology clinic had oral lesions, with coated tongue, fissured tongue, and Fordyce granules being most common.
research Cutaneous and Oral Mucosal Lesions in Cri-du-chat Syndrome
Cri-du-chat syndrome can cause skin and oral lesions affecting nutrition and quality of life.
research Glucocorticoid-Induced Side Effects Cause Oral Lesions in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Case Report
Glucocorticoid treatment in lupus can cause oral lesions, which need early diagnosis and comprehensive care.
research Fabrication of Astaxanthin-Loaded Electrospun Nanofiber-Based Mucoadhesive Patches With Water-Insoluble Backing for the Treatment of Oral Premalignant Lesions
The new patch for treating mouth sores releases medicine slowly, sticks well, and helps healing without the side effects of current creams.
research Oral Syphilis: Report of Three Cases and Characterization of the Inflammatory Cells
The document concludes that recognizing oral lesions is important for diagnosing syphilis.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Oral minoxidil may not be as dangerous as what people say
The safety of using oral minoxidil to treat hair loss and thinning, with studies showing mild side effects at low doses. It was suggested that people should consult a doctor or dermatologist before taking any type of medication for hair loss.
community Minoxidil Finasteride heart problems
A user experienced heart problems after taking 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil and is considering quitting minoxidil. Others discussed their experiences with heart issues and minoxidil, with some suggesting topical minoxidil as a safer alternative.
community MY 6 MONTH TRANSFORMATION PROGRESS
A 23-year-old male shared his 6-month hair transformation using Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, vitamin D, gym, cardio, and dermastamping. He reported significant hair maintenance and no side effects.
community Treatment of Male Pattern Baldness with Botulinum Toxin
The conversation discusses using Botox to treat male pattern baldness, suggesting it may promote hair growth by increasing scalp blood flow and oxygen, reducing dihydrotestosterone levels. The user wonders why this treatment is not widely discussed or if it has been discredited.
community 2 months progress on minox 5% and .3% topical. Thoughts?
User shared 2-month progress using 6% minoxidil, seeing some regrowth. Others encouraged consistency and noted significant results typically appear around months 3-6.