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Help! My dermatologist prescribed Avodart for my hair loss. Should I take it?

Henrikhair
I'm 24 years and I noticed my hair loss 3 years ago. Today I have used Propecia for 15 months with no results/maintenance. I do not use Minoxidile due to side effects (heart pounding). 1) Should I try switching to Avodart 0.5 mg every day? My hair loss bothers me a lot, but I am afraid of the side effects from Avodart (5 weeks half life, cancer etc...). I did not have any sides from Propecia. What should I do? Should I not use it during intercourse due to Fetal restraint etc later in life?

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Dr. Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD
Certified Dermatologist
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Dr. William Rassman, MD (retired)
Hair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in General Surgery
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