Metagenics Clinical Podcast

In this episode, Professor Elisabet Stener-Victorin from Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, shares understandings regarding the aetiology of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) according to the latest research. As a researcher, Elisabet and her team hope to uncover underlying causes of the disease, with the aim of finding better treatments in future. Interestingly, 20 genetic variations have been identified as well as links between androgen exposure in foetal life and epigenetic changes. Tune in to hear more from Professor Stener-Victorin. *Highlights * Potential causes of PCOS (3:00) Insights from Elisabet’s research (15:30) How excess androgens in utero impact both genders (23:00) What causes elevated androgen exposure in utero? (30:00) Inflammation – a cause or consequence of PCOS? (37:00) Is the microbiome playing a role in PCOS? (39:30) The influence of electro-acupuncture on PCOS (42:30) Therapeutics on the horizon (52:00) Useful links and resources Professor Elisabet Stener-Victorin - https://staff.ki.