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Is dhea used for metopause symptoms?

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Dr. David Geffner answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

No: There are no good studies suggesting dhea is good for hot flashes.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/17/2013

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25. PCOS. On Levora, prev. microgestin & Ocella. read mixed reviews on Levora due to androgenic activity. Is Levora effective w/ PCOS and balancing hormones (I have high DHEA-S and androstenedione. Both >200) or will it worsen symptoms like acne?

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Always normal menses but 3-6 days late for 5 mos straight. Sudden facial/neck hair & depression. No PCOS or Thyroid issues. Hormone labs fine except DHEA-S at 297 (range=33-266). Endo appt in Feb but symptoms worsening. What are odds of adrenal tumor?

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43yrold-progesterone 200mg(day1-15)-400mg(day15-28)and dhea 50mg-for PMS symptoms x2yrs.What happens if i quit cold turkey?What will side effects be?

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