Gut microbiota alterations reveal potential gut –brain axis changes in polycystic ovary syndrome

ConclusionsGABA-producing bacteria that were increased in PCOS, includingParabacteroides distasonis,Bacteroides fragilis andEscherichia coli, showed positive relationship with serum LH levels and LH:FSH ratios. In conclusion, gut microbial dysbiosis in women with PCOS is associated with neuroendocrine changes, revealing a potential gut –brain axis in PCOS.
Source: Journal of Endocrinological Investigation - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research