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Is finasteride 1 mg carcinogenic
Hi sir, I underwent hair transplantation 3 yes ago, my doctor advised me to take finasteride 1 mg , I have been taking since 3 yearson alternate days , planning to continue for another 4 years ,but I read few articles like prostate cancer prevention trial which says finasteride causes high grade cancer, is that true? Can I continue 1 mg or not??
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That trial was wrongly interpreted. You can continue.
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