There is no doubt that DHEA can mimic the effects of
estrogen in the body and is also known to enhance sexual function. The hormone
can thicken vaginal wall lining and also increase lubrication. For post
menopausal women, who tend to have painful intercourse, this can be a blessing.
At the moment, low dose DHEA is being evaluated for
treatment of vaginal atrophy in post menopausal women. The initial studies
indicate that not only does the hormone increase lubrication of the vagina, it
also enhances the quality of orgasms.
However, the evidence that DHEA is the “Sex Drug” like Viagra
for women continues to be mixed. Women are complex creatures and decreased
libido has multiple causes.
The only way to know if DHEA will boost your sex life is to
try it out. If you take it, I suggest letting your healthcare provider know.
Limit the duration of intake for 4-6 weeks at a time. No one knows what the long term
effects of DHEA are. You certainly do not want to become a crazed nymphomanic
for 6 weeks, only to find out that you got some type of cancer afterwards.
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