"Morning Sickness Myths and Misdiagnoses: The Urgent Need for Better Care"

Pregnant women suffering from hyperemesis gravidarum (HG), a severe form of morning sickness, are often dismissed by doctors despite the condition being potentially life-threatening. Geneticist Marlena Fejzo highlights the serious risks associated with HG, including malnutrition and long-term health issues for both mother and child. Fejzo calls for better recognition and treatment of HG, noting that recent studies have identified the hormone GDF15 as a key factor, which could lead to new treatment approaches.