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GlossaryDiastolic Blood Pressure

pressure in arteries when heart rests between beats

Diastolic Blood Pressure (DBP) is the pressure in the arteries when the heart is at rest between beats. It is the lower of the two numbers in a blood pressure reading, with the other being systolic blood pressure. For example, in a reading of 120/80 mmHg, the 80 represents the diastolic pressure. This measurement is crucial for assessing cardiovascular health, as consistently high diastolic pressure can indicate an increased risk of heart disease and stroke.

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Nesfatin-1 and Vitamin D Levels May Be Associated with Systolic and Diastolic Blood Pressure Values and Heart Rate in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

research Nesfatin-1 and Vitamin D levels may be associated with systolic and diastolic blood pressure values and hearth rate in polycystic ovary syndrome

17 citations , July 2015 in “Biomolecules and Biomedicine”

High Nesfatin-1 and low Vitamin D may increase blood pressure and heart rate in women with PCOS.

research ELEVATION OF DIASTOLIC BLOOD PRESSURE AND REDUCTION OF VASCULAR CONTRACTION IN MAGNESIUM DEFICIENT RAT MODEL

June 2019 in “Journal of Hypertension”

Magnesium deficiency raises diastolic blood pressure and reduces vascular contraction.

research Relationship Between Androgen Levels and Blood Pressure in Young Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

166 citations , March 2007 in “Hypertension”

High androgen levels in young women with PCOS are linked to higher blood pressure.

Blood Pressure Changes in Patients After Minoxidil Microinfusion to Treat Female Pattern Alopecia: Analysis of a Randomized, Single-Blinded, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial

research Blood pressure changes in patients after minoxidil microinfusion to treat female pattern alopecia: analysis of a randomized, single blinded, placebo controlled clinical trial

April 2025 in “Research Square (Research Square)”

Minoxidil microinfusion lowered diastolic blood pressure in patients.

Safety and Tolerability of Low Dose Oral Minoxidil Monotherapy in Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Retrospective Review With Longitudinal Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring

research Safety and tolerability of low dose oral minoxidil monotherapy in female pattern hair loss: A retrospective review with longitudinal ambulatory blood pressure monitoring

August 2023 in “JAAD International”

Low dose oral minoxidil is generally safe and can improve hair loss in women, with some experiencing side effects and minimal blood pressure changes.

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community Is oral minoxidil f***ing me up?

in General 269 upvotes 7 months ago

Oral minoxidil is causing significant blood pressure fluctuations and increased heart rate, leading the user to consider switching to topical minoxidil and tretinoin. The user plans to consult a cardiologist and is likely to stop using oral minoxidil.

community Concerned About Using Oral and Topical Minoxidil with Finasteride After 3 Days

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The conversation discusses the safety of using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 1mg topical minoxidil twice daily, along with finasteride, for hair loss treatment. Concerns are raised about potential blood pressure changes from oral minoxidil, suggesting a personalized risk assessment with a doctor.

community Considering Switch to Oral Finasteride 1mg & Minoxidil 3mg/Day: Seeking Advice on Efficacy and Side Effects

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The user plans to switch from topical to oral finasteride (1mg/day) and minoxidil (3mg/day) due to unsatisfactory results with topical treatments. They seek advice on the effectiveness, potential side effects, and the timing for considering a hair transplant, with recommendations to monitor health metrics like blood pressure and conduct thorough bloodwork before starting.

community The Fear of Oral Minoxidil is Overblown

in Research/Science 272 upvotes 1 year ago

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 21M, Thinning on Top with Family History, Seeking Treatment Options

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A 21-year-old with a family history of early balding is advised to see a dermatologist to confirm androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and consider treatments like finasteride or dutasteride to prevent further hair loss, and minoxidil, possibly with tretinoin, to regrow hair. Caution is advised with oral minoxidil, and a cardiologist should be consulted before use.

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