[HELP!] TOPICAL FINASTERIDE BLOOD TEST DONE! [0.025% vs 0.015%] 9/16/2023
User experienced good results with topical finasteride, noting reduced DHT and increased testosterone. They plan to revert to a lower dosage after observing slight libido reduction.
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