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Is finasteride a good choice for pcos, especially for severe cystic acne? i truly don't tolerate spironolactone nor the pill. weight loss didn't help.
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No: Would NOT recommend finasteride at all for anyone with the possibility of pregnancy - that is not at all a good choice.
Answered 6/22/2018
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