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Basic information:  [medicine] oxytocin. Oxytocin One of the posterior pituitary hormones

 Chemical structure and Synthesis: Oxytocin is a cyclic polypeptide composed of 9 amino acids, with the sequence CYIQNCPLG-NH ?. There is a disulfide bond (Cys-Cys) in its molecular structure, and its molecular formula is C??H??N??O??S?.

Synthesis site: Synthesized by the paraventricular nucleus and supraoptic nucleus of the hypothalamus. Under normal circumstances, it is secreted and released in the posterior lobe of the pituitary gland. The role of physiological functions in women: In terms of childbirth, it can stimulate the contraction of uterine smooth muscle during delivery, which is conducive to the delivery of the fetus. If the fetal head does not descend after observation, the application of oxytocin treatment may be effective.

In terms of breastfeeding: It can stimulate the mammary glands to secrete milk, allowing stored milk to be discharged. It can also enhance the maternal-fetal bond when raising infants. It has an impact on stress and emotions. It can reduce the levels of stress hormones such as adrenaline in the human body to lower blood pressure. Conversation causes the brain to secrete oxytocin, a hormone that reduces the level of tension and stress in women.

Medical application of oxytocin and induced labor: When pregnant women experience conditions such as weak uterine contractions, oxytocin can be used to enhance uterine contractions and promote the delivery process. However, when using it, the dosage and infusion rate need to be strictly controlled to avoid serious complications such as uterine rupture and fetal distress. Treating uterine atony: Observing the effect of calcium gluconate combined with oxytocin in the treatment of primary uterine atony is one of the methods to seek treatment for uterine atony.