Here we delve into the background to some of our major research papers from the IMS-MRL.
IMS-MRL scientists discover what causes pregnancy sickness – and a potential new treatment
A study led by IMS-MRL researcher, Professor Sir Stephen O'Rahilly and published in Nature (Dec 2023) has shown why many women experience nausea and vomiting during pregnancy – and why some women become so sick they need to be admitted to hospital. Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) is a debilitating and sometimes even life-threatening condition. It’s not morning sickness. The discovery has huge implications for women’s health in the future and points to a potential way to prevent pregnancy sickness.
Original press release
Reference: Fejzo, M., Rocha, N., Cimino, I. et al. GDF15 linked to maternal risk of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. Nature 625, 760–767 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-023-06921-9
