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Supps. that raise ACTH/cortisol?

Posted by whitmore on May 30, 2010, at 12:55:58

I'm convinced my depression,anxiety and ocd stem from too little cortisol caused by inadequate ACTH(secondary adrenal insufficiency, verified by saliva testing--controversial and not accepted by mainstream medicine). It fits in with all the evidence of seemingly random meds that have worked like a charm(birth control pills, SSRI's) or that have been spectacular failures(pretty much everything else). To test this theory, I am taking cortisol in the form of hydrocortisone. I am undertaking this as a 3 month trial and am under a doctor's care. Trouble is, I seem to need much higher doses than most. I am a tiny female and am already taking 31.5 mg a day, and experiencing low blood pressure, weight loss and cognitive problems. However, the mood issues are improved. I don't think this is either a safe or convenient long term therapy and need to find meds./supplements that will accomplish the same thing--i.e. raise ACTH/cortisol. I know the SSRI's do this, but would like to avoid them if possible. What else is there?
Thanks in advance.


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