Extreme morning sickness tied to a single hormone, scientists find

The risk factor for hyperemesis is the common nausea and vomiting hormone known as GDF15. Men and women make the hormone, and it’s often produced when the body’s in a weakened state, says geneticist Dr. Marlena Fejzo.

The risk factor for hyperemesis is the common nausea and vomiting hormone known as GDF15. Men and women make the hormone, and it’s often produced when the body’s in a weakened state, says geneticist Dr. Marlena Fejzo. Photo by Shuttertstock.

Most pregnant women experience morning sickness. About 2% of them require hospitalization for an extreme version known as hyperemesis, which is tied to a hormone called GFD15. 

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