What are the odds of long-term sexual dysfunction from taking propecia?

General Discussion
#1

Hi all,

I took propecia for 5 months, noticed small side effects for 4 months, then major ones starting around month 5. I just got off. What are the chances I could be effected long-term or permanently? Anyone have any data? Or does anyone have any advice to keep the side effects to a minimum? I work out regularly and am in good shape. Does anyone know if this should help my chances of a full recovery?

On another note, does taking erictile dysfunction medication hurt your chances of a full recovery? I appreciate any response.

#2

I personally have been on daily cialis since quitting 2 years ago as I’m hopeless in the erection department without it…
totally unknown if this is a long term benefit or potentially a bad idea - although certainly nothing more than a band-aid over much deeper issues.

#3

How long did you take finasteride?

#4

August 2005 (as soon as I turned 18) until December 2009…
Reason for daily cialis was to activate things downstairs after having very few normal, nocturnal erections for long durations. I have kept taking it and really have no idea if it’s the right call…helps in the short term but does not address the problems.
Doctor has agreed to provide me with samples going forward so I’m not paying for the medication based on his understanding of this brutal situation.

#5

In those 4 years have you ever experienced any recovery periods?