Derma told me to quit finastirde Finasteride/Dutasteride 11/1/2025
A dermatologist advised stopping finasteride after 3-6 months, but many users disagreed, stating it should be used indefinitely to maintain hair. Users recommended finding a new dermatologist due to the perceived misinformation.
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community The hair I’ve kept (or lost?) over the last 20 years…
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