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GlossaryPedal Edema

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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Efficacy and Safety of Oral Minoxidil 5 mg Once Daily in the Treatment of Male Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia: An Open-Label and Global Photographic Assessment

research Efficacy and Safety of Oral Minoxidil 5 mg Once Daily in the Treatment of Male Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia: An Open-Label and Global Photographic Assessment

24 citations, September 2020 in “Dermatology and therapy”

Oral minoxidil 5 mg daily increases hair growth safely in men with hair loss, with minor side effects.

research Very-Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil in Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Study with Quantitative Trichoscopic Documentation

24 citations, September 2019 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Low-dose oral minoxidil improved or stabilized hair loss in some patients, but higher doses may be needed for significant effects.

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 Efficacy and Safety of Oral Minoxidil 5 mg Daily During 24-Week Treatment in Male Androgenetic Alopecia

13 citations, May 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Oral minoxidil improves hair growth in men with hair loss, but caution needed for those with heart issues.

research Skin Changes During Pregnancy: A Study from Northeast India

3 citations, January 2018 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal”

Most pregnant women in Northeast India experience normal skin changes, with specific pregnancy-related skin conditions being rare.

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community New Treatments, and a Huge Group Buy with Lots of Research

in Research/Science 109 upvotes 1 year ago

A user is organizing a group buy for various compounds aimed at reversing hair loss and gray hair, and improving brain health and fat loss. The user has developed a treatment plan based on extensive research and is inviting others to participate, with the option to choose only the compounds they need.

community 5 months on oral min and fin. Im 23 years old.

in Progress Pictures 1280 upvotes 1 year ago

User experienced hair regrowth after 5 months on oral minoxidil and finasteride. Others praised the impressive results and mentioned the importance of combining treatments for best results.

community My Pyrilutamide Experience Photos

in Update 597 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's experience with Pyrilutamide, a topical treatment for hair loss that they used in combination with other treatments such as Minoxidil and Finasteride. The user experienced impressive results in a short amount of time.

community 15 Week Update of Oral Consumption of Topical Minoxidil. 3 drops Keeps 5% (3.75mg) 2x per day with comparison.

in Update 2 years ago

CumShotDiva's update on using topical minoxidil orally in an attempt to regrow hair, which has been met with both support and criticism from other users. The conversation includes discussion of possible side effects and the efficacy of this approach.

community I spoke to the Guy who did the Ru58841 (PSK-3841) research

in Research/Science 288 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses RU58841, a compound for hair loss treatment, which was found to be effective in a 6-month trial but was not pursued due to financial issues or marketability concerns, not safety. Some users are considering crowdfunding to release the research data, while others discuss personal experiences and safety concerns with RU58841.

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