prostaglandin

• Sustancia lipídica presente en muchos tejidos del organismo, especialmente en el semen, que actúa como una hormona local; se produce en respuesta a lesiones o estímulos y regula la presión arterial, el metabolismo, la inflamación y la contracción del músculo liso.

A potent substance found in many bodily tissues, especially semen, that acts like a hormone; it is produced in response to trauma and can affect blood pressure, metabolism, and smooth muscle activity.

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   A potent, hormone-like substance found in many body tissues, including semen, that is produced in response to trauma and can affect blood pressure, metabolism, and smooth muscle activity.

   Prostaglandina

   • Prostaglandins are released at sites of tissue damage or infection.
   • The doctor explained how prostaglandins can cause inflammation and pain.
   • Certain medications work by blocking the production of prostaglandins.