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Doctor advised me to discontinue finasteride due to high testosterone

August 29, 2023
Asked By:Funny442574 in Golčův Jeníkov, Kraj Vysočina, Česko

Hello, I've been taking Finasteride for hair loss for over 3 years. for years. The last check-up with my doctor, the hormone results showed as excessive (up 100% from the last check-up for free testosterone and testosterone) and I was advised to discontinue Finasteride until the next check-up which is in over 4 months, although I believe my strength training the night before the blood was the issue. I would like to ask, how long does it take for the hormonal status to get back to normal?

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Answer: Discontinue Finasteride

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