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Can losing 10 pounds in 4 months cause hormonal imbalance? elevated dhea sulfate level 599 mcg/dl? got period 3 months late?

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Dr. Stuart Erner answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Why high DHEA level?: Losing 10 lbs. In 4 months shouldn't typically cause your dhea level to be elevated. Would see your doctor to make sure your adrenal glands are ok.

Dr Jarrard agreed

Answered 5/5/2014

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