Any finasteride users have a history of depression? Finasteride/Dutasteride 9/10/2024
The conversation discusses finasteride for hair loss, especially among those with a history of depression. Users shared mixed experiences, with some reporting no issues and others experiencing worsened depression.
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community I don’t think my hair loss is caused by DHT – quitting finasteride after 3 months (1 mg). Need opinions
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