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research Hair Loss: A Harbinger of the Morbidities to Come!
Early hair loss in men and women may indicate a higher risk of heart disease and metabolic problems.
research Male baldness; association with coronary artery disease?
Male baldness is not significantly associated with coronary artery disease.
research Early Onset of Androgenetic Alopecia Associated With Early Severe Coronary Heart Disease: A Population-Based, Case-Control Study
Early balding linked to higher heart disease risk.
research Male-pattern baldness and incident coronary heart disease and risk factors in the Heinz Nixdorf Recall Study
Male-pattern baldness is weakly linked to some heart disease risk factors but not a strong indicator for heart disease.
research Alopecia and its association with coronary heart disease and cardiovascular risk factors: A meta-analysis
People with alopecia are at higher risk for heart disease and have more heart-related risk factors.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Male pattern baldness is not cosmetic.
Male pattern baldness is linked to health risks and should be treated medically. Finasteride is effective and should be insurance-covered.
community Anyone read oral minoxidil's leaflet?
Oral minoxidil is discussed, highlighting potential cardiovascular risks at high doses, but users note that lower doses commonly used for hair loss are generally considered safe. Monitoring by doctors is advised, and some users report taking it without issues, comparing its risks to those of common medications like ibuprofen.
community Is it possible for androgenic alopecia to begin at early adolescent years?
Hair loss can begin in early adolescence and cause mental anguish. Treatments mentioned include eating cruciferous vegetables, engaging in physical activity, and maintaining scalp hygiene.
community 9 month update. I had 4 different people tell me my hair looks good over Christmas break
The user reported positive feedback on hair appearance after switching from topical to oral minoxidil and finasteride, with no side effects. The treatment includes 1.1mg finasteride, 3mg minoxidil, biotin, and vitamins B5, B6, and C daily.
community (comment) providing facts on people talking nonsense about minoxidil and BP-medicaton in general
Minoxidil is used for hair loss and sometimes for high blood pressure, but it's outdated for the latter. For high blood pressure, it's combined with a beta blocker and diuretic to manage side effects.