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DHEA: a hormone with multiple effects

O Khorram1

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Wisconsin Medical School, Madison 53792, USA.

Current Opinion in Obstetrics & Gynecology
|October 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) replacement may benefit elderly individuals, as DHEA levels decline with age. This review discusses recent findings on DHEA supplementation and its effects in older adults.

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Area of Science:

  • Endocrinology
  • Gerontology
  • Neuroscience

Background:

  • Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) and its sulfated form (DHEAS) are key adrenal androgens.
  • DHEA influences metabolic, immune, and cognitive functions.
  • Age-related decline in DHEA secretion is linked to reduced health in elderly populations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the diverse functions of DHEA.
  • To examine the rationale for DHEA replacement therapy in the elderly.
  • To discuss recent findings on DHEA supplementation in older adults.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on DHEA and DHEAS.
  • Analysis of research on DHEA replacement in elderly populations.
  • Synthesis of data on metabolic, immune, and cognitive effects.

Main Results:

  • DHEA exhibits various physiological roles.
  • Decreased DHEA levels correlate with aging and poorer health.
  • Emerging studies explore DHEA supplementation for elderly health benefits.

Conclusions:

  • DHEA is a significant adrenal androgen with broad physiological impacts.
  • Age-associated DHEA decline prompts interest in replacement therapy.
  • Further research is needed to fully understand the benefits and risks of DHEA replacement in the elderly.

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