19 y/o on finasteride. Side effects, mental health and physical health! Finasteride 9/7/2019
A 19-year-old has been using finasteride for 3 months to treat hair loss and is experiencing side effects like erectile dysfunction and dizziness. They plan to continue with a reduced dosage while monitoring their health and are seeking advice from others with similar experiences.
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