Sigh Dr Tan,
I belong to the 7% of people who take Finasteride and suffering from loss of libido and ED.
Should have google before making any decision on this matter! Thanks for your advice..
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Originally Posted by DoctorTan
You should read the product insert and Google it a bit.
Finasteride is a 5-alpha-reductase-inhibitor. It stops Testosterone from being converted to DHT.
DHT causes male pattern hair loss that is why you get your hair back.
DHT also is a very important hormone for sexual wellbeing. That is why you are getting a loss of libido and ED. These side effects happen in about 7% of people who take Finasteride and they CAN BE PERMANENT.
Another common side effect of Finsteride is male boobs aka gynaecomastia. Or sometimes men just get a tender breast bud under their nipple.
I have nothing against Finasteride. The fact is it is a really good and effective treatment for male pattern balding. Many patients take it with no side effects.
I think you just need to be aware of the potential risks and make an informed decision about your treatment.
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