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 ...

A team from Kumamoto University has uncovered a new mechanism that could revolutionize infertility care by promoting embryo ...

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 ...

Prostaglandin receptors are also responsible for successful embryo implantation, and new research from Kumamoto University ...

Ovulation pain is not harmful. Still, it's important to mention to your healthcare provider if this pain is new to you to ...

“Vitamin E is an antioxidant that can reduce menstrual cramps by preventing the production of prostaglandins,” says Hadley.

A team from Kumamoto University has uncovered a new mechanism that could revolutionize infertility care by promoting embryo ...

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 ...

During your period, you’ll want to avoid foods and beverages that can trigger water retention and bloating. Consuming fatty ...

COX-1 protects the stomach lining and regulates blood platelets, while COX-2 is primarily associated with inflammation and ...

But the process is not only electrical. When you get injured -- say with a sprain -- the damaged tissue releases chemicals called prostaglandins, which are like hormones. These prostaglandins ...