Libido Loss Persisting After Finasteride Discontinuation Suspected as Post Finasteride Syndrome: A Case Report

January 2016 in “ 日本性機能学会雑誌 ”

Nakamura Yukio

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community So it turns out Post Finasteride Syndrome was never real?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 271 upvotes 2 years ago

Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is debated, with some users reporting severe side effects from finasteride, while others believe these effects are rare or psychosomatic. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

community Trying to understand finasteride side effects and post finasteride syndrome

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The conversation discusses the side effects of finasteride, including low libido and erectile dysfunction, and the possibility of these effects being permanent, known as post-finasteride syndrome (PFS). Some users report personal experiences with PFS and debate whether the condition is real, with varying opinions on the reversibility of side effects and the role of individual biology.

community Stopped Fin 90 days ago, still experiencing side effects.

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A user stopped taking finasteride 90 days ago but still experiences side effects like reduced sensitivity and erectile issues. They are considering micro-dosing topical finasteride and exploring other treatments like exercise and diet changes, while others suggest checking hormone levels and trying alternatives like RU58841 or dutasteride.

community If you were on finasteride, but experiencing negative symptoms and didn’t know about PFS, would you want someone to tell you?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 5 months ago

Finasteride users discuss potential side effects, including Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS), with varying opinions on its legitimacy and impact. Some users report side effects like changes in semen consistency and reduced pre-ejaculate, while others emphasize the rarity and reversibility of side effects.

community if Post Finasteride Syndrome is real. Why is it only the negative effects and not positive have log term effect?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 63 upvotes 5 months ago

Finasteride is used for hair loss, with mixed reports of no side effects and claims of long-term negative effects known as Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS). The conversation debates the existence and causes of PFS, with differing opinions on whether it is psychological or real.

community Publication concludes finasteride is a associated with a 60% risk of persistent sexual dysfunction.

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Finasteride is not linked to a 60% risk of persistent sexual dysfunction; this figure applies only to those already experiencing sexual issues. Most users do not have side effects, and the study's methodology is criticized for selection bias.

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