4 months in on finasteride. No noticeable sides, except ...

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I recently started my fourth month of Propecia and think I notice some change around the nipples. I think there's actually less fat around the pecs than a few months ago but the immediate area surrounding the nipples seem a little more perky/rounded. I've heard that if I'm not feeling any lumps or pain then there's probably nothing to worry about, but I'd say it definitely looks more feminine than before. I hope it's not gyno; how unlucky that I would be one of the supposed few who develop this! Whatever the case, if the situation improves, can be reversed without stopping the meds, or doesn't get any worse, I may be okay with it.

For those who have noticed a similar situation whilst taking finasteride, how was your experience? When did it start occurring? Did it get worse or better, and what solutions did you try if any?

 

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Recent blood test shows normal hormone levels. Testosterone significantly higher than pre-finasteride and actually at ideal levels now. Estrogen also within range though I do not have a pre-finasteride record to compare it with.

Nipple sensitivity only lasted a few days and since then I haven't noticed any significant changes except that now perhaps the tissue under the skin feels slightly harder than before.

The doctor I spoke with (same clinic as GP) said that since the cause is 'known' they wouldn't consider me for an ultrasound, although I said that I also wanted to determine whether it was pseudo-gyno (increase in adipose fat) or gyno (increase in gland tissue). She also suggested that if I cease finasteride then it might return to normal.

Should I try another Doctor to try to get an ultrasound referral? Any other recommendations?

 

[Diffuser44]

Did the doctor tell you to quit finasteride? Did you quit finasteride?