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Hello. is it true that taking propecia (finasteride) can change bone and facial structure? i know that hgh can do so but i do not take hgh. thank you.

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Dr. James Okamoto answered

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No: Propecia (finasteride) will not change your bone/facial structure. It can increase hair growth however, so perhaps the facial appearance will change due to that.

Answered 4/25/2016

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A member asked:

Hello. is it true that taking propecia (finasteride) can change bone and facial structure? i know that hgh can do so but i do not take hgh. thank you.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Okamoto answered

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