Baseline bloodwork before starting Finasteride 1mg EOD – looking for comparison and discussion 10/17/2025
A user shared their baseline bloodwork results before starting Finasteride 1mg every other day, seeking comparison with others who have done similar tests. They are interested in any changes observed after beginning the treatment.
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