Q: Are you suffering from hormone related depression?

Answer: Consultant Gynaecologist Professor John Studd is a world-renowned expert in the treatment of hormone-related depression. He points out that although hormone levels can appear 'normal' on a blood test this is not a reflection of the clinical state. He says: “The association between hormonal fluctuations and depression is often not recognised by doctors who instead of recommending hormone therapy prescribe antidepressants. These are inappropriate for hormone responsive depression and so often have no effect.”

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