Posted by Barbara Cat on June 3, 2003, at 13:01:50
In reply to Re: Cortisol and DHEA Balance » Barbara Cat, posted by Ritch on June 3, 2003, at 12:41:18
Thanks for mentioning that about men. My husband has been taking it and he's over 40. I've also noticed that when I'm revving my skin is oilier. Interesting. That makes me think maybe there's something going on hormonally that's affecting our nervous system. One good thing I can say about oily skin. I've had it all my life and am finally glad I did. I'm in my early 50's and have no wrinkles. Oh, the occasional zit now and then, but hey, it's a fair trade.
> >.... Too much DHEA can exacerbate anger, irritability, manic symptoms. The oily acne prone skin is not fun either. Not saying don't take them, but please have great respect for any hormone or hormonal precursor. It's too easy to mis-dose and effects are potent and can throw off your entire hormonal system - BarbaraCat.
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> Barb, it's interesting that you posted that. I tried some DHEA once (just a "standard" dose), and I got rather irritable and wacky on it. Also, I've always had troubles with acne breakouts and very oily skin. Wondering if I will have acne in my 60's! It seems to be worse when I'm experiencing manic symptoms... BTW, my endo didn't recommend DHEA supps in men over 40-he said there was an increased risk of prostate cancer.
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