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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Determining Extracellular Water Effects in Mild and Severe COVID-19 Pneumonia Clinical Course Using the Bioimpedance Method
Extracellular water levels don't indicate COVID-19 pneumonia severity.
research Assessment of Multidimensional Health Care Parameters for Developing a Virtual Human Generative Model: A Cross-Sectional Study in Japan
The study aims to create a model to predict health attributes using diverse health data from Japanese adults.
research Evaluation of Anthropometric Measurements, Arterial Stiffness, and ECG Parameters in Alopecia Areata Patients
Alopecia areata may be linked to changes in body fat but not to heart or artery issues.
research Metformin and Amoxicillin/Clavulanate as Co-Administration for the Treatment of Hyperglycemia in Female Rats Caused by Alloxan
Combining metformin with amoxicillin/clavulanate lowers blood sugar in diabetic female rats.
research Calcium and Vitamin D Supplementation With and Without Collagen on Bone Density and Skin Elasticity in Menopausal Women—A Randomized Controlled Study
Collagen with calcium and vitamin D improves bone health, skin elasticity, and reduces hair loss in menopausal women.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity The Fear of Oral Minoxidil is Overblown
Low-dose oral minoxidil is a safe and effective hair loss treatment with fewer side effects than previously feared. Users often prefer it over topical minoxidil for better results, though some experience side effects like increased body hair and cardiovascular issues.
community Been on Propecia since 1997, recently switched to Topical Finasteride.. follow for updates, or to ask any questions about 23 years on Propecia.
User spent 23 years on Finasteride with side effects like weight gain and reduced libido. Switched to topical Finasteride, side effects reduced and waiting for results.
community Oral Minoxidil - The Hyper-Responder Concept
Minoxidil's effectiveness varies due to genetic differences in the SULT1A1 enzyme, affecting how well it converts to its active form, minoxidil sulfate. Hyper-responders may experience rapid hair growth and increased side effects, such as pericardial effusion, even at low doses.
community Rosemary oil, peppermint oil, mucuna pruriens - two weeks in
A user who is trying alternative treatments, such as mucuna pruriens dissolved in water/alcohol and a blend of jojoba oil, rosemary oil, and peppermint oil, for hair loss. Other users have shared anecdotal evidence, discussed the potential effectiveness of certain treatments, and questioned the time sensitivity of experimenting with new treatments.
community Increased Coffee intake resulted in massive shed
Increased coffee intake might be linked to hair shedding, but the cause is unclear. The user is on finasteride and has increased water intake, possibly affecting electrolyte balance.