2017
DOI: 10.11648/j.ijbecs.20170304.11
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Comparative Study of Prolactin Levels in Acne and Non-Acne Individuals Among Students of College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi, Nigeria

Abstract: Prolactin (PRL) is well recognized for its role(s) in mammary gland development and function as well as over three hundred non-lactational functions. However, androgens have a main role in acne pathogenesis and the interaction between prolactin and androgens generate the hypothesis of prolactin role in acne pathogenesis. Therefore a difference should exist in the prolactin hormone levels of acne individuals in comparison with non-acne individuals. The aim of this study was to make assessment and comparison of … Show more

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