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Posted 9/15/2009 12:29 AM (GMT 0)
I've been recently diagnosed with poor adrenal function and very low DHEA which is a precursor for testosterone.

I've read low T in women can contribute to depression. Has anyone been prescribed T and noticed an improvement in mood?

I just got my prescription, but am a little scared to use it.

 

Posted 9/15/2009 3:52 AM (GMT 0)
Korissa,

I do know that I use to take dhea and it made me feel better. I don't know much about the testosterone. I hope that somebody comes along that can help you. I do know that certain hormones can effect the mood.

Best wishes,

Hugs, Karen
Posted 9/15/2009 5:27 AM (GMT 0)

hi korissa, some women need small amounts of testosterone. yes i am male, albeit i am testosterone deficient-i do not naturally produce it, and let me tell you that without it i am not a happy chappy. good luck, no reward without risk! with compassion.

jamie.

Posted 9/23/2009 10:50 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Korissa

I have suffered with depression for about 6 or 7 years and I have just purchased a very interesting and informative book called

Help for Depresion and Anxiety by Dr Sandra Cabot. 

Very interesting chapters on depression and hormones and brain chemistry.  Well worth a read for anyone considering using some natural therapies to compliment their anti depressant medications. ( Dr Cabot does not tell you to go off your medication.)  116 pages of easy reading and available on the net.  Page 102 is about adrenal gland exhaustion.

I would sincerely recommend you read this book even if you wouldn't consider using natural therapies as it has so much helpful information.  I beleive knowledge helps us to make the right decisions with confidence. (something we depressed people often are lacking)

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