Should I hop on fin 1mg given my hormone levels? Finasteride/Dutasteride 6/29/2024
A 20-year-old male currently using topical minoxidil 5% is considering starting finasteride 1mg due to elevated hormone levels. He seeks advice on whether to adjust anything before beginning finasteride.
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