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Last Update Posted: 2009-12-11
Recruiting has ended
All Genders accepted | 65 Years-90 Years |
Estimated Participants | No Expanded Access |
Interventional Study | Accepts healthy volunteers |
The Effects of Sex Hormones on Cognition and Mood in Older Adults
This study is investigating the effects of hormone replacement therapy on memory, mental abilities and mood in older adults aged 65-90. During the nine month long study, men will take testosterone for three months and women will take estrogen for three months. At four points during the study (once every three months), participants will complete a test battery and have blood drawn.
Double-blind, placebo-controlled, crossover study investigating the effects of estrogen replacement and testosterone replacement on cognition and mood in older adults. Women who have not had a hysterectomy will be given Prempro (estrogen with progesterone to protect the uterine lining), and hysterectomized women will be given Premarin (estrogen only).
Eligibility
Relevant conditions:
Cognition Disorders
Mood Disorders
If you aren't sure if you meet the criteria above speak to your healthcare professional. Criteria may be updated but not reflected here, do not hesitate to contact the study if you think are close to fitting criteria.
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