Will I feel better after quitting finasteride? Navigating the side effect and hair loss trade-offs
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Approximately 2-4% of men taking finasteride report experiencing sexual side effects, which can prompt them to consider quitting the medication. The answer to "Will I feel better after quitting finasteride?" is complex, as it depends on whether the relief from side effects outweighs the inevitable return of hair loss and the potential for persistent symptoms, a condition known as Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS).
