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Avodart Medication Could It Cause Pain?
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Side Effects
Sexual problems (such as decreased sexual interest/ability, decrease in the amount of semen/sperm), increased breast size, or breast tenderness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this...
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