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Unexplainable

The bleeding edge

Mar 13, 2024
18:55
Snipd AI
Researchers explore the potential medical benefits of menstrual fluid, facing societal stigmas and research challenges. Endometriosis diagnosis is improved through innovative genetic research and non-invasive menstrual fluid analysis. The podcast discusses the importance of overcoming taboos and obstacles to advance menstrual health research.
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Quick takeaways

  • Research on menstrual fluid may unlock medical breakthroughs for endometriosis diagnosis.
  • Stigma around menstrual fluids hinders research progress while potential benefits for reproductive health are vast.

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The Rose Study and Menstrual Fluid Collection for Endometriosis

Scientists at the Rose Study collect menstrual fluid samples to explore using them in detecting endometriosis, a painful disease affecting millions. This unconventional approach aims to find a cellular signature in menstrual fluid unique to endo patients, potentially facilitating non-invasive diagnosis and avoiding surgical procedures.

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