Marlena has reportedly experienced the condition firsthand with her second pregnancy, in 1999.
Her doctor was dismissive, suggesting she was exaggerating her symptoms to get attention.
She was eventually hospitalized and miscarried at 15 weeks, as per the publication.
Marlena reportedly asked the National Institutes of Health to fund a genetic study of hyperemesis but was rejected.
Moreover, after ingesting toxic substances and during early pregnancy, levels of this hormone increase, causing sickness.
Its usually worst in the first trimester and then it gradually fades, Stephen said.
Its not necessary to eat a lot and gain much mass in early pregnancy, the researcher explained.
At least two antibodies against GDF15 are reportedly being tested in clinical trials to treat the wasting syndrome cachexia.
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