Long-term ovariectomy changes formalin-induced licking in female rats: the role of estrogens

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Gonadal hormones have been shown to exert modulatory effects on nociception and analgesia. To investigate the role of gonadal hormones in the response by female rats to both phasic and persistent nociceptive stimulation, we evaluated the effects of long-term ovar...

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Main Authors: Massafra Cosimo, Fiorenzani Paolo, Ceccarelli Ilaria, Aloisi Anna
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2003-02-01
Series:Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology
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Online Access:http://www.RBEj.com/content/1/1/24