New study compared twice weekly, thrice weekly DUT and daily finasteride Research/Science 12/8/2025
Dutasteride is effective for hair loss but may cause side effects like decreased sperm count, which might not fully recover after stopping. Users discuss balancing dosages to minimize side effects while maintaining benefits.
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Dutasteride may cause chronic infertility by reducing semen volume and motility, with concerns about irreversible prostate fibrosis. Users consider switching to finasteride or using treatments like minoxidil and microneedling, weighing hair preservation against fertility.
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Dutasteride and finasteride may temporarily affect semen quality but are unlikely to cause permanent infertility. The Kim et al. study is criticized for poor methodology, and many prefer hair retention over potential fertility concerns, using treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil.
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