hormones involved in labour Flashcards

1
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what hormones are involved?

A

oxytocin

beta endorphins

epinephrine and norepinephrine

prolactin

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2
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what does oxytocin do?

A

brings on contractions

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3
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what does beta endorphins do?

A

acts as a pain relief

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4
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what does epinephrine and norepinephrine do?

A

flight or fight hormone and can inhibit oxytocin production

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5
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what does prolactin do?

A

helps with breastfeeding

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