Female Hormone Health, PCOS, Endometriosis, Fertility & Breast Cancer | Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi | Huberman Lab

In this episode of the Huberman Lab podcast, Dr. Andrew Huberman interviews Dr. Thais Aliabadi, a women's health expert, about critical topics in women's reproductive and general health. They discuss the underdiagnosis and misdiagnosis of conditions like PCOS and endometriosis, the importance of early screening and intervention, and the need for women to advocate for their own health. Dr. Aliabadi provides detailed explanations of PCOS and endometriosis, including diagnostic criteria, underlying causes, and treatment options, while emphasizing the significance of addressing insulin resistance, inflammation, and hormonal imbalances. She also highlights the importance of knowing one's lifetime risk of breast cancer and advocates for comprehensive well-woman exams that include pelvic ultrasounds and hormone assessments.

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Female Hormone Health, PCOS, Endometriosis, Fertility & Breast Cancer | Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi

Huberman Lab

Introduction to Women's Health Issues: A Call for Early Screening

Challenging Traditional Fertility Data and the Need for Re-evaluation

Defining PCOS: Symptoms, Diagnostic Criteria, and the Importance of Education

Deep Dive into PCOS Symptoms and Diagnostic Challenges

Addressing Misconceptions and the Role of Male OBGYNs in PCOS Diagnosis

The Underlying Pillars of PCOS: Brain-Ovary Axis and Insulin Resistance

Chronic Inflammation, Genetics, and Epigenetics in PCOS

The Emotional Impact of PCOS and the Importance of Accurate Diagnosis

The Role of Egg Freezing and the Limitations of Birth Control in PCOS Treatment

Comprehensive Treatment Strategies for PCOS: Lifestyle, Supplements, and GLP-1s

The Mental and Physical Benefits of GLP-1s and the Importance of Early Intervention

Egg Freezing Considerations and the Importance of a Holistic Approach to PCOS

Endometriosis: Definition, Diagnostic Challenges, and the Impact of Dismissal

The Devastating Impact of Endometriosis on Women's Lives and Fertility

The Importance of Pelvic Ultrasounds and the Progression of Endometriosis

The Challenges of Endometriosis Surgery and the Importance of Accurate Diagnosis

Treatment Options for Endometriosis: Hormonal Suppression and Surgery

The Protective Effects of Pregnancy and the Importance of Autoimmune Testing

Breast Cancer Risk Assessment and the Importance of Early Detection

A Personal Story of Breast Cancer Diagnosis and the Need for Vigilance

PMDD Relief, Diet, and the Importance of a Comprehensive Approach to Women's Health

Female Hormone Health, PCOS, Endometriosis, Fertility & Breast Cancer | Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi

Huberman Lab

00:00Introduction to Women's Health Issues: A Call for Early Screening

Introduction to Women's Health Issues: A Call for Early Screening

07:33Challenging Traditional Fertility Data and the Need for Re-evaluation

Challenging Traditional Fertility Data and the Need for Re-evaluation

09:02Defining PCOS: Symptoms, Diagnostic Criteria, and the Importance of Education

Defining PCOS: Symptoms, Diagnostic Criteria, and the Importance of Education

15:27Deep Dive into PCOS Symptoms and Diagnostic Challenges

Deep Dive into PCOS Symptoms and Diagnostic Challenges

24:26Addressing Misconceptions and the Role of Male OBGYNs in PCOS Diagnosis

Addressing Misconceptions and the Role of Male OBGYNs in PCOS Diagnosis

34:01The Underlying Pillars of PCOS: Brain-Ovary Axis and Insulin Resistance

The Underlying Pillars of PCOS: Brain-Ovary Axis and Insulin Resistance

45:50Chronic Inflammation, Genetics, and Epigenetics in PCOS

Chronic Inflammation, Genetics, and Epigenetics in PCOS

51:00The Emotional Impact of PCOS and the Importance of Accurate Diagnosis

The Emotional Impact of PCOS and the Importance of Accurate Diagnosis

57:34The Role of Egg Freezing and the Limitations of Birth Control in PCOS Treatment

The Role of Egg Freezing and the Limitations of Birth Control in PCOS Treatment

1:04:14Comprehensive Treatment Strategies for PCOS: Lifestyle, Supplements, and GLP-1s

Comprehensive Treatment Strategies for PCOS: Lifestyle, Supplements, and GLP-1s

1:17:25The Mental and Physical Benefits of GLP-1s and the Importance of Early Intervention

The Mental and Physical Benefits of GLP-1s and the Importance of Early Intervention

1:28:16Egg Freezing Considerations and the Importance of a Holistic Approach to PCOS

Egg Freezing Considerations and the Importance of a Holistic Approach to PCOS

1:35:53Endometriosis: Definition, Diagnostic Challenges, and the Impact of Dismissal

Endometriosis: Definition, Diagnostic Challenges, and the Impact of Dismissal

1:45:21The Devastating Impact of Endometriosis on Women's Lives and Fertility

The Devastating Impact of Endometriosis on Women's Lives and Fertility

1:53:34The Importance of Pelvic Ultrasounds and the Progression of Endometriosis

The Importance of Pelvic Ultrasounds and the Progression of Endometriosis

2:01:20The Challenges of Endometriosis Surgery and the Importance of Accurate Diagnosis

The Challenges of Endometriosis Surgery and the Importance of Accurate Diagnosis

2:11:11Treatment Options for Endometriosis: Hormonal Suppression and Surgery

Treatment Options for Endometriosis: Hormonal Suppression and Surgery

2:23:33The Protective Effects of Pregnancy and the Importance of Autoimmune Testing

The Protective Effects of Pregnancy and the Importance of Autoimmune Testing

2:37:50Breast Cancer Risk Assessment and the Importance of Early Detection

Breast Cancer Risk Assessment and the Importance of Early Detection

2:48:14A Personal Story of Breast Cancer Diagnosis and the Need for Vigilance

A Personal Story of Breast Cancer Diagnosis and the Need for Vigilance

2:53:34PMDD Relief, Diet, and the Importance of a Comprehensive Approach to Women's Health

PMDD Relief, Diet, and the Importance of a Comprehensive Approach to Women's Health