About Women's Health: DHEA, Hair Loss, Depression, and Vaginal Dryness

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Women's Health Women's Health Topics A-Z Sexual Health Healthy Living From Tracee Cornforth, your Guide to Women's Health This week we take a look at several health issues experienced by women. First we talk about DHEA and whether you should use this hormone, then learn why women experience hair loss, depression, and vaginal dryness. Have a healthy week! Tracee Is DHEA RIght For You? There's been a lot of talk about the hormone dehydroepiandrosterone, or DHEA, and how it affects our sexuality, as well as our mental and physical health. Does DHEA provide effective relief for sexual problems, mental health issues, or physical health issues? Or is buying DHEA a waste of your money? See More About:  menopause  hrt  pregnancy Thing To Know About Hair Loss In Women The advertisements for treatment of balding and hair loss in men can't be missed. These ads might lead one to believe that hair loss is generally an issue affecting men. However, the fact is that as many as two-thirds of all women experience hair loss at some point. See More About:  female hair loss  estrogens  alopecia areata Depression In Women Depression: It may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of health conditions that affect women, but, in fact, it is one of the leading reasons women seek out medical help. While it's not known for sure, higher rates of depression in women than men may be linked to biological and social differences. See More About:  depression symptoms  pmdd  pms Vaginal Dryness Causes And Treatments Vaginal dryness occurs most often during perimenopause and menopause. Your body produces reduced amounts of estrogen during menopause, which accounts for the majority of vaginal dryness encountered by women. Learn what causes vaginal dryness, and discover your treatment options. See More About:  menopause  vaginal infections  vaginal irritation Women's Health Ads Menopause Health Women Health Tips Dental Health Care Estrogen Hair Loss Featured Articles Fibrocystic Breasts 10 Contraceptive Myths When Sex Hurts How To Examine Your Own Vagina Mittelschmerz - The Pain Between Periods Am I Pregnant?   More from About.com Great Gadget Gifts iPad or iPod? Kindle or Nook? Point-and-shoot or DIL camera? If you're confused by this year's must-have gadgets, check out our top picks. More> The Gift of Entertainment The lowdown on the latest holiday releases, plus recommendations on the best in music, movies and more. More> This newsletter is written by: Tracee Cornforth Women's Health Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Reader Stories How Do You Cope With Pregnancy Symptoms What Have You Told Your Daughters About Menstruation Share Your Hysterectomy Experience Advertisement