Started finasteride on August 12… and now I don’t even care if my hair grows back 9/6/2026
The user started finasteride on August 12 and experienced increased energy, confidence, and motivation, attributing these changes to either the medication or lifestyle changes. Others shared mixed experiences with finasteride, noting both positive effects and potential negative side effects, with some attributing improvements to increased testosterone levels.
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