This episode covers premenstrual syndrome. Written notes can be found at https://zerotofinals.com/obgyn/gynaecology/premenstrualsyndrome/ or in the gynaecology section of the Zero to Finals obstetrics and gynaecology book. The audio in the episode was expertly edited by Harry Watchman.
Dec 2018
Ep4: Periods, Exercise & Infertility with Dr. Gael Abou Ghanam
Dr. Gael Abou Ghannam is an Obstetric Gynecologist specialized in fertility preservation, in this episode she busts some major myths related to periods and exercise. She talks about the best times to exercise during our cycle, how to reduce PMS symptoms, and ways to increase fert ... Show More
26m 16s
Sep 2023
How hormones and the menstrual cycle affect mental health, with Tory Eisenlohr-Moul, PhD
Despite the sexist jokes, the menstrual cycle doesn’t cause significant changes in mood or behavior for most people. But a small percentage do suffer severe premenstrual symptoms, or premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Tory Eisenlohr-Moul, PhD, of the University of Illinois C ... Show More
30m 23s
Feb 2024
Cardiovascular Disease & Brain Aging During Menopause with Rebecca Thurston, PhD (Episode 166)
<p>For years, hot flashes and night sweats (aka vasomotor symptoms) were considered just a “bothersome” part of being a menopausal woman: we were to wear layers, buy a fan, and soldier on. Then researchers started making some troubling connections between vasomotor symptoms and c ... Show More
58m 46s