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Recently I Took Finasteride For Hair Loss Last Week For

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Posted on Mon, 9 Dec 2019
Question: Recently I took finasteride for hair loss last week for two days. Then stop because I had side effects like erectile dysfunction and no morning wood. Should I be concerned about this and go to a doctor?
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Answered by Dr. salah saad shoman (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Common side effects

Detailed Answer:
Dear sir, I have gone through your question and I understand your concerns but these are common side effects of finasteride that includes impotence, difficulty having an orgasm , low sex drive and abnormal ejaculation. However since you have only used it for two days then no permenant effects are expected and you shall return to your normal sexual functions. I hope you find this helpful. if you don’t have any other clarifications then please close the discussion..
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Recently I Took Finasteride For Hair Loss Last Week For

Brief Answer: Common side effects Detailed Answer: Dear sir, I have gone through your question and I understand your concerns but these are common side effects of finasteride that includes impotence, difficulty having an orgasm , low sex drive and abnormal ejaculation. However since you have only used it for two days then no permenant effects are expected and you shall return to your normal sexual functions. I hope you find this helpful. if you don’t have any other clarifications then please close the discussion..