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I been taking 2mgs of estrogen and 2.5 proscar (finasteride) for 5 years. two weeks ago i quit cold turkey and now suffering .should go back on then off slowly ?
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Probably, but: You are the only person who can determine whether hormone replacement therapy is for you. Many women never are able to discontinue hormone replacement without getting uncomfortable hot flushes and night sweats, even is they try to "wean" off slowly.
Answered 3/17/2013
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