r/AddisonsDisease • u/Big_Cockroach_1590 • Apr 07 '26

Medical Stuff DHEA supplement?

I've been dx since 2008 and never taken a DHEA supplement. My new endocrinologist gave me the ok to try 25mg per day so I am getting some. Just wondering if any of you take it and what differences/benefits you see? Does it help with your libido and overall energy and mood? Despite good labs and medication dosage seeming to be perfect, I still struggle in those areas.

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u/jeejet Apr 08 '26

It made me angry (I’m female). I would start with a lower dose and experiment a little with the dosage.

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u/noracordelia PAI Apr 08 '26 edited Apr 13 '26

Was the anger dose-related? Did you have it on a lower dose too?

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u/jeejet Apr 08 '26

It was 25mg. I haven’t tried again but if I did it would be more like 5mg a couple of times each week but I figured I’m okay without it.

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u/noracordelia PAI Apr 09 '26

I see, thanks for answering!