WOMEN'S WELLNESS
DHEA Restoration
Clinician-guided DHEA supplementation for selected women after evaluation of symptoms, hormones, medications, and health risks.
What it is
DHEA is an adrenal hormone that can be converted into androgens and estrogens in peripheral tissues. Supplemental DHEA may be discussed for selected women, but it is not appropriate for every hormone-related symptom.
How it works
DHEA acts as a precursor hormone, and individual conversion to downstream hormones varies. A clinician considers baseline findings, acne or hair-growth risk, lipid profile, mood history, and hormone-sensitive conditions before treatment. Benefits and side effects are reviewed with repeat assessment rather than assumed.
Who it is for
- Women seeking an evaluation of adrenal and sex-hormone concerns
- Patients whose medical history supports a cautious supplementation trial
- Women able to complete hormone and symptom follow-up
Mechanism in depth
DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone) is an adrenal steroid that declines with age. It can be converted downstream into androgens and estrogens in peripheral tissues. Restoration protocols aim to return DHEA-S levels toward mid-adult reference values, though evidence for benefit varies by outcome and population.
What outcomes to expect
Reported effects include modest improvements in energy, mood, and libido in some patients. Evidence is stronger in women with adrenal insufficiency than in general anti-aging use. Response varies widely.
Individual response varies. GPLX does not guarantee results. Your physician sets expectations based on your health history and lab findings.
Common side effects
Common effects at typical doses include acne, mild hair changes, and occasional gastrointestinal upset. Higher doses can push androgen or estrogen conversion to unwanted levels in either sex.
Monitoring schedule
Baseline DHEA-S, total testosterone, estradiol, and lipid panel. Follow-up labs at eight to twelve weeks. Ongoing monitoring every six to twelve months.
Not appropriate if
Not appropriate if you have hormone-sensitive cancer history, active mood disorder that could be worsened, active pregnancy, or elevated baseline androgen levels without a clear indication.
Biomarkers reviewed with this treatment
Your physician reviews these markers before and during therapy. Click any marker for a plain-English explanation of what it measures and why it matters.
This treatment is only available after a physician consultation. Book your $149 intake to see if it is appropriate for you.
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