Why I believe PFS is not a "real" condition (and what I believe it is instead) Finasteride/Dutasteride 12/18/2022
The post argues that Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is likely not real and suggests symptoms may be due to mental health issues or the nocebo effect. The conversation includes personal experiences with finasteride, highlighting both positive and negative effects, and emphasizes consulting doctors and using reliable sources for medication.
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