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Posted by mayzee on July 23, 2006, at 21:12:05
I've read several people talking about hormone testing. I know it's important to have your thyroid tested. But what else?
What other hormone tests are indicated when one is diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder?
I have a gynecologist appointment in August and would like to talk to her about this. I know they look at FSH levels relative to (peri)menopause, but is that relevant for depression too? I mean, is there any related treatment, or would they just say "oh, you're perimenopausal, no wonder your depressed?"
Thanks for your suggestions.
Posted by Squiggles on July 23, 2006, at 22:15:07
In reply to Hormone testing re. depression, posted by mayzee on July 23, 2006, at 21:12:05
I don't have any references on this,
but i think it's well known that
androgen, corticosteroids, estrogens,
and other primary hormones are very
important in moods.As you get older, a decline in these
hormones may effect some people. For
example women may get depressed after
menopause, and similarly men (declining
in androgen).Unfortunately, it takes an old-fashioned
psychiatrist to consider these, as
brain hormones and MRIs are au courrant.I would go to an endocrinologist - they
are the creme de la creme in medicine.Squiggles
Posted by Phillipa on July 24, 2006, at 0:18:14
In reply to Re: Hormone testing re. depression » mayzee, posted by Squiggles on July 23, 2006, at 22:15:07
You're OB-GYN can do the hormone testing, estrogen, progesterone, testosterone. I'm planning on doing the same thing. I know what you mean about the FSH it's worthless. Love Phillipa
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