Healthy 26-year-old had penis numbness, orgasm problems from popular drug — even a year and a half after he stopped taking it
A 26-year-old man experienced persistent sexual side effects after taking finasteride, a popular hair loss medication. Despite stopping the drug, he reported issues like penis numbness and orgasm difficulties for a year and a half. This case highlights the potential long-term risks associated with finasteride, including post-finasteride syndrome.
- ▪The man took a 1-milligram dose of finasteride for hair loss.
- ▪He stopped the medication after six months due to side effects but continued to experience symptoms for 19 months.
- ▪Finasteride is linked to various sexual dysfunctions and has been associated with post-finasteride syndrome.
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Men's Health Healthy 26-year-old had penis numbness, orgasm problems from popular drug — even a year and a half after he stopped taking it By Rachel Sacks Published May 26, 2026, 10:23 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Not all medications are medical marvels — some may do more harm than good. A 26-year-old man reported sexual side effects like orgasm troubles after taking a hair loss drug popular among millions of men, according to a new case study. Even after discontinuing it, his symptoms persisted for a year and a half. Finasteride is one of only two treatments approved by the FDA for male pattern baldness. Unfortunately, sexual side effects have been reported.
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