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I am a glaucoma patient, i am 21 years old and have been suffering from this for more than 5+ years. For the past 2-3 years my eye pressure has been stable, the doctor advised me periodic eye checkup every 6 months, I want to use minoxidil for beard growth, can i use it or will it affect my glaucoma Problem?
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Do periodical ophthalmology examination.
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Depends on dosage and duration.
Please consult
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It has been reported to be toxic to optic nerve. Do not use it.
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You can use minoxidil
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do six months eye check up
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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
Pulmonologist
44 yrs exp
Hyderabad
In limited recommended dose, you can use.pl consult ophthalmologist and Dermatologist for further evaluation and treatment.
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