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Stuff Your Doctor Should Know

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The Importance of Progesterone in Treating PTSD and Depression

The insight highlights the significance of using progesterone in treating PTSD, depression, and hormone imbalances in military individuals, especially those returning from Afghanistan. The speaker notes that traditional treatments focus on testosterone rather than mentioning progesterone, which is critical for addressing these issues. Despite the misconception that progesterone is solely a hormone for women, both men and women have identical hormones at different levels, emphasizing the importance of considering progesterone as a treatment option for men without adverse effects like breast development.

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