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learn Minoxidil
An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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research Pulmonary Hemodynamics in Systemic Hypertension
Minoxidil lowers blood pressure without worsening lung pressure but can cause increased hair growth.
research Minoxidil Improves Vascular Compliance, Restores Cerebral Blood Flow, and Alters Extracellular Matrix Gene Expression in a Model of Chronic Vascular Stiffness
Minoxidil improves blood flow and vessel flexibility, potentially helping with vascular stiffness.
research 1,25-Dihydroxyvitamin D Resistance, Rickets, and Alopecia
A genetic defect in vitamin D receptors causes severe rickets and hair loss in children, but some heal as they age.
research Direct-Acting Vasodilators
Hydralazine and minoxidil are blood pressure medications that relax blood vessels, with potential side effects like rapid heartbeat and fluid retention, and are used for severe or pregnancy-related hypertension.
research Minoxidil Overdose: A Case Report and Review of the Literature
Minoxidil overdose can cause serious side effects, and users should be educated on its safe use.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Why can't you drink caffeine after PRP?
The conversation discusses avoiding caffeine after Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment for hair loss because caffeine is a vasoconstrictor, which can reduce blood flow and hinder the healing process that PRP aims to promote.
community Being Safe on Oral Minoxidil: tl;dr on the literature.
Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but can cause cardiovascular side effects, such as pericardial effusion, especially in those with genetic predispositions. Starting with low doses and monitoring cardiovascular health are advised to reduce risks.
community Am I crazy or is there a link between being fit and not going bald?
Fit individuals often have full heads of hair, possibly due to lifestyle factors like exercise and diet, while those who are less fit tend to experience more hair loss. Some fit individuals may also use treatments like finasteride and minoxidil to maintain their hair.
community Study: There is 70x Higher Unconjugated DHT in Feces Compared To Blood Levels in Young Adults - Gut Microbiota Manages DHT Recycling and Metabolism
Gut microbiota significantly influences androgen metabolism, impacting hair loss treatments like finasteride. Probiotics, dietary changes, and fecal microbiota transplants may help manage DHT levels and improve hair health.
community Stop Complaining about Creatine. You're just fixated on shedding.
Creatine is unlikely to cause hair loss as it does not raise DHT levels. Hair loss is more likely due to genetics, medications, or lifestyle changes.