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I'm on metformin 2000 for pcos helped my periods a little now my dhea's level high over 700 is related to metformin? do we have to treat if no symptom

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Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

DHEA: You must discuss this in detail with the doctor who is treating you. Metformin 2000 is quite a large dose and that might be a contributing factor without currently having any symptoms.

Answered 7/2/2016

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A member asked:

I'm on metformin 2000 for pcos helped my periods a little now my dhea's level high over 700 is related to metformin? do we have to treat if no symptom

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

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