Britain, France, Germany, Belgium, Italy, Portugal, and Spain were competing for power within European power politics. One way to demonstrate national preeminence was through the acquisition of territories around the world, including Africa.
Additionally, 200 milligrams of DHEA-S has been injected into the blood once or twice weekly beginning at 37 weeks gestation. Multiple doses of 50 milligrams or 100 milligrams of DHEA-S have been injected during weeks 38-42 of pregnancy.
To improve bone density, doses of 50-200 milligrams of DHEA have been taken by mouth daily for up to two years. To treat cervical cancer, 150 milligrams of DHEA has been applied to the vagina daily for up to six months.