KevinMD February 22, 2025
Fertility specialist Oluyemisi Famuyiwa discusses her KevinMD article, “The rise of at-home hormone tests: a double-edged sword for patients.” In this episode, Yemi explores the surge in popularity of at-home hormone testing kits and the complexities they introduce to patient health care. She highlights how these tests can lead to confusion, unnecessary stress, and harmful interventions due to the lack of medical oversight and the nuanced understanding required for hormone fluctuations and synthetic hormones. Yemi emphasizes the responsibility of testing companies to educate consumers about the limitations of their products and advocates for a focus on holistic wellness strategies such as stress reduction, adequate sleep, balanced nutrition, and seeking professional medical guidance. Listeners will gain insights into the potential pitfalls...
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