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    Glossary Periorbital Edema

    swelling around eyes due to fluid accumulation in tissues

    Periorbital Edema, commonly known as puffy eyes or swollen eyes, refers to the swelling around the eyes due to fluid accumulation in the tissues surrounding the eye sockets. This condition can result from various causes, including allergies, infections, trauma, or systemic conditions like kidney disease. It is important to identify the underlying cause to determine the appropriate treatment.

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      community Questions for long term topical minoxidil users from a newbie

       38 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user experienced hair shedding after stopping and restarting topical minoxidil due to side effects like facial edema and hirsutism. They are considering alternatives like low-dose oral minoxidil, PRP, and red light therapy, while others suggest finasteride and caution against combining multiple treatments without medical advice.

      community Minoxidil bloat: how long before it goes away?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      Oral minoxidil caused significant bloating and swelling for the user, who plans to stop taking it and consult a doctor for alternatives. Other users suggest switching to topical minoxidil, noting that bloating typically subsides within days to weeks after stopping the oral medication.

      community My doctor prescribed me 1/4 of a 2.5mg pill of minoxidil daily

      in Minoxidil  11 upvotes 4 months ago
      A dermatologist prescribed 0.625mg of oral minoxidil daily without a DHT blocker, which some users disagree with, suggesting a combination with finasteride or dutasteride for better results. Others argue starting with a low dose of minoxidil is standard to test tolerance before considering additional treatments.

      community Only thing I regret is not starting sooner. 5 months update

       314 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth and thicker hair after 5 months of using oral Dutasteride and Minoxidil, with no side effects. They regret not starting the treatment sooner and encourage others to try it, noting the ease of obtaining prescriptions online.