And here is yet ANOTHER theory about the cause of LC: pituitary dysfunction!
I really think that the various experts in their fields of medical expertise tend to view the disease through their respective lenses, and come up with theories that arise from them.
This disease is so multifarious, and throws so many systems out of whack with many of us, that it's difficult to distinguish cause from effect.
I don't mean any disrespect to that quite distinguished and well-published doctor, but I am skeptical that this will lead to broad applicability to many patients, even though hormonal changes are sometimes a symptom.
Well, at least she's paying attention to the illness, so she certainly deserves credit for that.