1 year update! Thinking of reducing my dose from 1mg to .5mg per day. Progress Pictures 6/17/2024
User shared a 1-year update on finasteride, noting thicker hair but mild side effects like reduced libido and mild ED. Considering reducing the dose from 1mg to 0.5mg daily to alleviate side effects.
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