DHEA and Pregnenolone Therapy for Men
The male body needs these two adrenal hormones in the right amount for good health. Too much or too little can weaken your immune system, leave you vulnerable to stress, and can negatively impact your other hormones. To get the dose that’s just right for you, physician oversight is needed.
Facts About DHEA and Pregnenolone for Men
- DHEA and pregnenolone both decline with age, but they can also be impacted by chronic stress.
- These adrenal hormones support cognitive function, memory, and stable moods.
- Both hormones support your body against the toxic impact of stress and excess cortisol.
- A person who is profoundly DHEA deficient will often describe feeling run down or worn out.
- That DHEA and pregnenolone can be purchased over-the-counter is good when it comes to convenience, but problematic when it comes to dosing. Our strong opinion is that DHEA and pregnenolone should only be taken by prescription.
DHEA and Longevity
Numerous studies have indicated that low levels of DHEA are present at the onset of most disease states, leading researchers to conclude that DHEA has an important role to play in how the immune system functions. In fact, some research results have correlated optimal levels of DHEA with living longer. Conversely, low levels of DHEA strongly predict higher risk factors for illness.
Method of Treatment
DHEA and pregnenolone are unregulated when sold over-the-counter. This means that what you find printed on an over-the-counter label may or may not be what the bottle actually contains. To ensure potency and purity, DHEA and pregnenolone should only be taken while under the supervision of a physician, and then only by prescription.
Furthermore, just like any other hormone, dosing for DHEA and pregnenolone should be optimized and individualized—which requires lab testing. Without lab testing, you’re effectively guessing at what your dose should be.
- We check DHEA and pregnenolone levels via lab testing as a first step.
- If warranted, our physicians will write a prescription for an individualized dose of DHEA and/or pregnenolone that meets your needs specifically.
- We check your levels at regular intervals subsequently to ensure your levels remain optimized.
- Our physicians adjust dosing as needed over time.
When it comes to hormone therapy, there is no room for guesswork. Quality treatment centers on precision. Let us check your hormone levels. If there’s an imbalance, our physicians will make sure treatment is tailored to your unique needs.