Prostaglandins are released into the splenic venous blood when the spleen contracts. Whatever the significance of this release, the liver and lungs provide an efficient protective mechanism to ...

Prostaglandins are powerful signaling agents in the human body. The two-dozen or so members of this family of small lipid messengers underpin many profound physiological events — including ...

Painkillers or NSAIDs are great in treating short term pain, but these painkillers could damage the lining of your gut. So, ...

Prostaglandins (PGs) are ubiquitous compounds found throughout the body, including the eye. They are involved in a variety of ocular functions, two of which are intraocular pressure (IOP ...

Endogenous prostaglandins (PGs) and their receptors are found in the aqueous humor drainage pathways. Endogenous PGs biochemically regulate the matrix metalloproteinases and tissue inhibitors of ...

Inflammation is a natural immune response designed to protect the body from harm as that experienced from infections and ...

Menstrual cramps, or dysmenorrhea, can disrupt daily life. Experts discuss causes, effective management techniques, and when ...