Breastfeeding in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome, gestational diabetes, and pre-existing diabetes: hormonal physiology, breastmilk composition, epidemiology and patient factors

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Polycystic ovary syndrome and diabetes (pre-existing or gestational) are important conditions in pregnant women. I intend to explore (through major literature reviews and original research) how they influence the production and composition of breastmilk, how this differs from women without the conditions, and impacts on infant health. I also aim to examine reasons for lactation difficulties in these women, both from a hormonal (basic science) perspective and at a broader (population) level.