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Prostaglandins help in

AUterine stimulation

BBlood clotting

CVasodilation

DAll the above

Answer:

D. All the above

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Prostaglandins are hormone-like substances that affect many bodily functions, including: Blood flow: Prostaglandins help regulate blood flow and blood pressure. Inflammation: Prostaglandins help control inflammation. Blood clots: Prostaglandins help control blood clot formation. For example, thromboxane stimulates blood clot formation, while prostacyclin reduces it. Labor: Prostaglandins help induce labor. Menstruation: Prostaglandins are involved in menstruation. Ovulation: Prostaglandins are involved in ovulation. Eye pressure: Prostaglandins can help decrease intraocular pressure, which can help treat glaucoma. Erectile dysfunction: Prostaglandins may play a role in erections in men, and have been used in injections to help treat erectile dysfunction. Gastric ulcers: Prostaglandins can help prevent gastric ulcers caused by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Asthma: Some prostaglandins may help treat asthma by acting as bronchodilators.


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