for those who had high levels of testo and estradiol after start fin/dut: did it comeback to baseline or normal levels? Finasteride/Dutasteride 5/31/2024
A user experienced increased testosterone and estradiol levels after starting finasteride/dutasteride and is asking if these levels will return to normal over time. The conversation focuses on whether these changes are temporary.
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