Study links depression to causing menstrual pain, highlighting genetic and sleep factors.

A recent study in Briefings in Bioinformatics finds a strong link between depression and menstrual pain, suggesting depression may cause menstrual pain rather than the other way around. Researchers from China and the UK analyzed genetic variations in over 600,000 cases, finding specific genes that may mediate this effect. The study also highlights that sleep disturbances, common in depression, can worsen menstrual pain, underlining the need for a holistic approach to treating both conditions.

November 27, 2024
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