scholarly journals Diurnal Cortisol Rhythm in Female Flight Attendants

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (16) ◽  
pp. 8395
Author(s):  
Małgorzata Radowicka ◽  
Bronisława Pietrzak ◽  
Mirosław Wielgoś
Keyword(s):  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Flight Attendants ◽  
Diagnostic Process ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Time Zone ◽  
Male Factor ◽  
Length Of Service ◽  
Long Distance ◽  
Group I ◽  
Work Affect

The work of flight attendants is associated with exposure to long-term stress, which may cause increased secretion of cortisol. The aim of the study is to determine the circadian rhythm of cortisol and to seek factors of potential influence on the secretion of cortisol in female flight attendants working within one time zone as well as on long-distance flights. The prospective study covers 103 women aged 23–46. The study group (I) was divided into two subgroups: group Ia, comprising female flight attendants flying within one flight zone, and group Ib, comprising female flight attendants working on long-distance flights. The control group (II) are women of reproductive age who sought medical assistance due to marital infertility in whom the male factor was found to be responsible for problems with conception in the course of the diagnostic process. The assessment included: age, BMI, menstrual cycle regularity, the length of service, the frequency of flying, diurnal profile of the secretion of cortisol, testosterone, estradiol, 17-OH progesterone, SHBG, androstenedione, and progesterone concentration. Descriptive methods and inferential statistics methods were used to compile the data. Comparing the profile of flight attendants from groups Ia and Ib shows that the curve flattened among women flying within one time zone. The secretion curve is also more flattened in women with less years worked and in flight attendants working less than 60 h per month. Due to the character of work, the female flights attendants do not have hypersecretion of cortisol. Frequency of flying and length of work affect the dysregulation of HPA axis.

scholarly journals Assessment of the Thyroid Functions among Female Flight Attendants

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (4) ◽  
pp. 1929
Author(s):  
Małgorzata Radowicka ◽  
Anna Madej ◽  
Bronisława Pietrzak ◽  
Mirosław Wielgoś
Keyword(s):  
Thyroid Function ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Sex Hormone Binding Globulin ◽  
Diagnostic Process ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Study Group ◽  
Thyroid Antibodies ◽  
Long Distance ◽  
Group I ◽  
Significant Difference

Introduction: Epidemiological observations indicate that stewardesses are exposed to reproductive and endocrine system disturbances. The aim of the study was to assess of thyroid function disturbances as well as to identify factors affecting the thyroid function among stewardesses working both within one time zone and on long-distance flights. Material and methods: The cross-sectional study covered 103 women aged 23–46. The study group (I) was divided into two subgroups: group Ia comprising stewardesses flying within one flight zone and group Ib stewardesses working on long-distance flights. The control group (II) were women of reproductive age who sought medical assistance due to marital infertility in whom the male factor was found to be responsible for problems with conception in the course of the diagnostic process. The assessment included: age, BMI, menstrual cycle regularity, length of work, frequency of flying, thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) concentration, level of free thyroxine (fT4), antibodies to thyroglobulin (aTG) and to thyroperoxidase (aTPO), prolactin concentration, sex hormone binding globulin (SHGB) concentration, total cholesterol, and low density lipoprotein (LDL) fraction. Descriptive methods and inferential statistics methods were used to compile the data. Results: The difference between the concentrations of TSH in the study group (2.59 mcIU/mL) and the control group (1.52 mcIU/mL) was statistically significant (p < 0.01). An elevated titer of thyroid antibodies (aTPO and/or aTG) was revealed in 46.3% of stewardesses and in 15.1% of patients from the control group (p < 0.001). Groups Ia and Ib in individual concentrations were not statistically significant. The frequency of occurrence of an elevated titer of thyroid antibodies depended on the length of work in the study group (p > 0.05). No statistically significant difference was found in patients spending up to 60 h a month flying and in patients spending more than 60 h flying, the percentage of the occurrence of thyroid antibodies was 50% and 43.5, respectively. Conclusions: The occurrence in stewardesses of a higher TSH concentration than in the control group can signify that stewardesses are burdened with a higher risk of the development of hypothyroidism in the future. The character of the work of stewardesses (frequency of flying as well as length of work) does not affect the immunological profile of the thyroid.

Features of the cervix uteri in women of reproductive age with endometrial polyps and micropolyps

2016 ◽  
pp. 108-111
Author(s):  
T.F. Tatarchuk ◽  
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D.G. German ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Cervix Uteri ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Women Of Reproductive Age ◽  
Endometrial Polyps ◽  
Group Iii ◽  
Aggressive Form ◽  
Group I ◽  
Group Ii ◽  
Control Group Group

The article presents the comparative analysis of the state of the cervix in women with endometrial polyps and micropolyps. Patients and methods. The study involved 130 patients aged 18-35 years: 70 patients with endometrial polyps (group I), 30 patients with micropolyps (group II) and 30 patients of the control group (group III). Results. According to the anamnesis of women in the I group were significantly more frequent diseases of the cervix, which corrected physical surgery methods, in particular cryodestruction. In group II, the representatives of these indicators were similar to healthy. Normal colposcopic picture met significantly less frequently in patients and I, and II group. The differences in the incidence of HPV high oncogenic risk in all groups were not statistically significant. Conclusion. Destructive methods used in the detection of any changes in the cervix are often overly aggressive, form scars and contributing to inflamaciones process. In the chain of events leading to the formation of PE, cervical pathology and its correction can take the basic place. Key words: endometrial polyp, micropolyps, chronic endometritis, uterine cervix, colposcopy.

scholarly journals ESTIMATION TO EFFICIENCY OF THE MULTIFUNCTION METHOD ОF ENDOMETRIOSIS OVARIЕS TREATMENT

2020 ◽  
Vol 73 (5) ◽  
pp. 868-872
Author(s):  
Iryna M. Nikitina ◽  
Volodymyr I. Boiko ◽  
Svitlana A. Smiian ◽  
Tetiana V. Babar ◽  
Natalia V. Kalashnyk ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone ◽  
Inhibin B ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Sexual Life ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Women Of Reproductive Age ◽  
Releasing Hormone ◽  
Antral Follicles ◽  
Group I ◽  
Laparoscopic Removal

The aim: The aim of the study was to improve the results of treatment of patients with endometriosis by using a combination method of therapy. Materials and methods: For two years, 136 women of reproductive age who underwent laparoscopic surgeries for ovarian endometriosis were monitored: Group I (n = 24) did not receive any hormonal treatment in the perioperative period; Group II (n = 32) – received gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonists within 3 months after surgery; Group III (n = 80) prior to laparoscopic removal of the ovarian cyst used gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonists – Triptorelin 3.75 mg intramuscularly for 2 months, as well as three months after surgery. The control group consisted of 30 healthy women of reproductive age with regular menstrual periods. All patients underwent transvaginal ultrasound, counting the number of antral follicles before and after treatment. Serum hormone levels (FSH, prolactin, thyrotropic hormone, anti-Mullerian hormone, inhibin B) were determined by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay on Cobas e-411 analyzer (Roche Diagnostics, Switzerland) on day 2-3 of the menstrual cycle and on day 2–3 of the first menstrual period after the end of treatment. Laparoscopic removal of the cyst was performed with exfoliation of the cyst, hemostasis on the wound surface of the bed of the cyst was performed with a bipolar electrocoagulator. Bipolar coagulation and resection of the ovarian tissue with no potential was used during surgical treatment of the ovaries, which made it possible to preserve the intact portion of the ovary as much as possible. Results: Analysis of ovarian reserve indices, namely number of antral foliculs, number of antral follicles, AMG, and inhibin B levels in all examined patients with ovarian endometriomas were significantly lower than those of the control group before the start of treatment: in the ovarian endometrial group group 1.26 times (p <0.01), inhibin B – 1.5 times (p <0.01), the number of antral follicles – 1.2 times (p <0.01), due to the development dystrophic changes of the follicular apparatus due to prolonged compression, hypoxia, fibrosis in the ovaries. Patients who planned pregnancy were advised to have an active sexual life before menstruation was restored. In 23 (46.9%) of 49 patients who had reproductive plans, pregnancy occurred without first menstruation after a course of gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonists, 12 (24.5%) women became pregnant during the first three menstrual cycles. Extracorporeal fertilization was recommended for women who did not have pregnancy within 6 months of surgery. For two years in women who did not plan pregnancy, recurrence of endometriosis was not observed. Conclusions: The combination of laparoscopic treatment with gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonists in patients with endometriosis with infertility allowed to restore reproductive function in 71.4% of women, which indicates the effectiveness of the treatment method used. In addition, it helps to achieve lasting remission and addresses the socio-social problems of women’s health and maternity.

Modern treatment of hyperandrogenic conditions in women of reproductive age

2020 ◽  
pp. 66-70
Author(s):  
T.G. Romanenko ◽  
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T.N. Ignatiuk ◽  
E.A. Molthanova ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome ◽  
Polycystic Ovary ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Combination Drug ◽  
Ovary Syndrome ◽  
Group I ◽  
Group Ii ◽  
Functional Hyperandrogenism ◽  
Antiandrogen Therapy

The objective: to study the effectiveness and safety of modern antiandrogen therapy in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Materials and methods. Materials and methods. The first (main) study group included 39 patients with PCOS who received combination nonsteroidal antiandrogen therapy: antiandrogen drug containing flutamide (125 mg 3 times a day) and phyto drug Ovarimedin 1 capsule 2 times a day after meals for 6 months . The II (control) group included 37 patients who received a combination drug containing 35 μg of ethinylestradiol and 2 mg of cyproterone acetate for 6 months. Results. After the course of treatment, biphasic MC was preserved in 25 (64.1%) patients of group I, and in 14 (37.8%) of group II. In group I, before the treatment of stage III hirsutism was in 23 patients (58.9%), after treatment – in 6 patients (15.3%); II stage in 10 patients (25.6%) before treatment, after treatment – in 18 patients (46.1%); I stage was found in 6 patients before treatment (15.5%) and in 15 patients (38.6%) after treatment. In group II patients, stage ІІІ hirsutism was detected in 21 patients (56.7%) before treatment, and in 7 patients (18.9%) after treatment; II stage in 9 patients (24.3%) before treatment, after treatment – in 13 patients (35.1%); I stage was found in 7 patients before treatment (19.0%) and in 17 patients (45.9%) after treatment. Conclusions. Antiandrogenic nonsteroidal therapy with multicomponent herbal drug (Ovaremidine) and nonsteroidal antiandrogens may be recommended for the treatment of women with functional hyperandrogenism accompanied by hirsut syndrome, menstrual irregularities and / or infertility. Our study confirmed that the use of this therapy contributes to the effective treatment of hirsutism, the restoration of menstrual disorders and fertility in women. Differential algorithm for the treatment of hyperandrogenism of various etiologies, which can be recommended in the clinical practice of obstetricians and gynecologists. Keywords: hyperandrogenism, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), menstrual cycle, infertility, hirsutism, phytotherapy.

scholarly journals Assessment of the health status of infants born from women of the late reproductive period

2021 ◽  
Vol 66 (3) ◽  
pp. 128-133
Author(s):  
Kh. M. Omarova ◽  
E. S.-А. Ibragimova ◽  
T. Kh.-M. Khashaeva ◽  
I. Kh. Magomedova ◽  
R. G. Omarova ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Assisted Reproductive Technologies ◽  
Neurological Diseases ◽  
Perinatal Outcomes ◽  
Reproductive Technologies ◽  
Reproductive Period ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Age Related ◽  
Group I

Objective. To assess the condition of newborns from women of the late reproductive period (LRP), depending on the parity of births.Material and methods. The authors examined 130 pregnant women and their 130 newborns. Group I consisted of 60 primiparous women of late reproductive period and their 60 newborns, Group II included 40 multiparous women of the late reproductive period and their 40 newborns, Group III (control group) consisted of 30 healthy pregnant women aged from 18 to 25 years and their 30 newborns. The authors performed a retrospective analysis of the gestation course and perinatal outcomes. Ultrasound and neurosonography were used among the instrumental research methods.Results. Women of the late reproductive period gave birth to children in a state of asphyxia twice more often, who develop neurological disorders 1,5 times more often and complex postnatal adaptation and disorders of the perinatal period are twice more likely. Among women of the late reproductive period, primiparous women gave birth to children with the most severe disorders.Conclusion. The high incidence of neurological diseases in children born from women of the late reproductive period is associated with age-related changes in their germ cells, the implementation of assisted reproductive technologies, and the intake of hormonal drugs in early pregnancy. The data obtained should be taken into account by obstetricians in the course of pregnancy in women of late reproductive age; they should be included in the group of high risk of developing neurological disorders in children.

scholarly journals Features of reproductive function in infertile women with hyperthyroidism

2021 ◽  
Vol 38 (1) ◽  
pp. 64-71
Author(s):  
L. M. Rzakulieva ◽  
A. E. Hajizade
Keyword(s):  
Thyroid Gland ◽  
Reproductive Function ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Women Of Reproductive Age ◽  
Early Menopause ◽  
Ovarian Volume ◽  
Infertile Women ◽  
Group I ◽  
Toxic Goiter

Objective. The aim was to study the characteristics of reproductive function in women of fertile age with infertility and hyperfunction of the thyroid gland. Materials and methods. The object of the study was 148 women of fertile age. To compare the indicators obtained by special methods, the control group included the indicators of laboratory and instrumental examination of 30 non-pregnant women of reproductive age. Reproductive function was evaluated in 118 women with hyperthyroidism: 58 retrospectively (group I) and 60 prospectively (group II); the control group consisted of 30 healthy women of reproductive age. Hormonal studies were performed by radioimmune and enzyme immunoassay methods using the automatic analyzer "Cobb" ("Hoffmann La Roche", Switzerland), as well as DPS test systems the analyzer Immulite (USA). Ultrasound of the thyroid gland was performed by a linear sensor with a frequency of 7.5 MHz. The volume of the thyroid gland was calculated according to the Bruno formula. Results. For women of fertile age with hyperthyroidism, a decrease in ovarian reserve is characteristic that is manifested by a significant increase in FSH level (14.1 3.1 IU / L, p 0.05), and a decrease in inhibin B level (35.9 12,7 pg / ml, p 0.05). In 47.7 % of women of fertile age with hyperthyroidism, there is a decrease in ovarian volume and a significant reduction in the average number of antral follicles of normal size (4.34 1.56, p 0.05). Conclusions. Based on the results obtained, it can be assumed that in diffuse toxic goiter there are not only functional disorders (metabolism of hormones of the reproductive system), but also deep organic changes in the structure of the ovaries that leads to a rapid suppression of their functions. In cases of thyroid diseases, the clinical manifestation of these changes is premature and early menopause.

Clinical-morphological parallels in the pathogenesis of chronic inflammatory processes of internal genital organs in women with varicose veins of the small pelvis

2018 ◽  
pp. 118-122
Author(s):  
N.V. Drohomyretska ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Inflammatory Diseases ◽  
Varicose Veins ◽  
The State ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Bulbar Conjunctiva ◽  
Women Of Reproductive Age ◽  
Vein Wall ◽  
Group I ◽  
Inflammatory Processes

Violation of hemomicrocirculatory processes is in the basis of the development of diseases of various organs and systems. The study of hemomicrocirculation at all levels allows us to understand the complexity and universality of these processes, as well as opens up new perspectives in the pathogenetic approach to the treatment and prevention of the diseases. The homogeneity of the reaction of all parts of the hemomicrocirculatory bed in various diseases has been proved on the basis of clinico-morphological comparisons. Study of some areas allows us to judge the state of hemomicrocirculation as an integral system. The objective: to study and compare the changes of the hemomicrocirculatory bed (HMCB) of the conjunctiva of the eyeball and adventitia of varicose veins of the small pelvis (VVSP) in women with chronic inflammatory processes of the internal genital organs (CIPIGO). Materials and methods. There were examined 54 women with chronic inflammatory processes of internal genital organs against the background of varicose veins of the small pelvis (group I); 30 – practically healthy women (control group). The age of women was between 18 and 45 years old. Bulbar microscopy was performed using the SHL-2B slit lamp. The results of microscopy were evaluated according to the system of V.S.Volkov et al. To evaluate the restructuring of the HMCB of adventitia of VVSP, the operating material of 12 women of reproductive age was used. Mainly, these were pieces of the ovarian vein. The study of HMCB in the vein wall was performed by the non-injecting method of silver impregnation according to V.V. Kupriyanov. To standardize the results, the state of the HMCB of venous wall adventitia was studied in norm in 5 women of reproductive age, who died as a result of various injuries. Results. Clinical-morphological parallels between changes in the HMCB of the conjunctiva of the eyeball and adventitia of the varicose veins of the small pelvis were revealed after the performed research. The arteriols’ architectonics was almost unchanged. Venules were dilated, twisted, somewhere varicose-enlarged, filled with formed elements. The structure of capillaries was polymorphic. The capillary net was localized and concentrated or shaped in the form of a thick planar net, the capillaries were expanded. In the micropreparations of the adventitia, there were arterio-venular anastomosis. The nuclei of the endothelial cells were shortened. In some preparations, the diameter of the arterioles corresponded to the diameter of the collection venules. Conclusions. 1. Our studies confirm both clinically and pathomorphologically that one of the links of the pathogenesis of CIPIGO, which occur against the background of VVSP, is a violation of HMCB. 2. Firstly, changes in the HMCB of the conjunctiva of the eyeball and adventitia of the varicose veins of the small pelvis in women with CIPIGO show that they are systemic. 3. The results obtained by us prove the necessity of the use of medicines that improve hemomicrocirculation in the treatment of CIPIGO against the background of VVSP. Key words: hemomicrocirculatory bed, bulbar conjunctiva, adventitia, varicose veins of the small pelvis, chronic inflammatory diseases of the small pelvic organs.

Functional state of the vaginal mucosa in bacterial vaginosis and its correction

2017 ◽  
pp. 77-82
Author(s):  
V.O. Beyuk ◽  
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O.A. Shcherba ◽  
L.D. Lastovetska ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Bacterial Vaginosis ◽  
Anaerobic Bacteria ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
High Rate ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Vaginal Mucosa ◽  
Women Of Reproductive Age ◽  
Results Of Treatment ◽  
Group I ◽  
Group Ii

Bacterial vaginosis is the most common cause of the treatment of women of reproductive age to the gynecologist. It accounts for up to 50% of cases of pathological discharge from the genital organs. In 50-75% of cases, bacterial vaginosis is asymptomatic. The examination of the patient occupies one of the key positions in the effective treatment of the patient. Nitrosamines, which are metabolites of obligate anaerobic bacteria and coenzymes of carcinogenesis, and may be one of the cause for the genesis of cervical cancer. The objective: assess the condition of the mucous membrane of the vagina and cervix in bacterial vaginosis, the effectiveness of its treatment in women of reproductive age. Materials and methods. Оf investigation 64 women of reproductive age with bacterial vaginosis were examined and treated, of which 34 patients (group I of the study) conducted our therapy which received the Tyloron and the local combined preparation of dexpanthenol and chlorhexidine bigluconate, followed by the introduction of lactobacilli in standard doses. 30 patients (group II of the study) received standard treatment. The control group consisted of 27 healthy women. Results. Results of treatment of bacterial vaginosis in women of reproductive age are presented. In 94.1% and a group of cases, we achieved a clinically significant effect, compared with group II (76.7%) of 10 days of treatment. Three months after the end of treatment, 97.1% of the patients in the main group recovered (group II – 86.6%). Conclusions. The use of the complex therapy of bacterial vaginosis proposed by us showed a high rate of recovery, and a low rate of recurrence in women of reproductive age. Key words: bacterial vaginosis, diagnosis, treatment, tyrolon, dexpanthenol, chlorhexidine.

scholarly journals Ozonotherapy influence on hormonal status of pregnant women of older reproductive age

2019 ◽  
Vol 36 (4) ◽  
pp. 27-32
Author(s):  
R. B. Safarova
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Comparison Group ◽  
Preventive Therapy ◽  
Main Group ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Hormonal Status ◽  
Group Iii ◽  
Group I ◽  
Medical Ozone

Aim. To study the hormonal status in pregnant women of older reproductive age and estimate the influence of administration of medical ozone on the course of pregnancy. Materials and methods. Ninety pregnant women aged 3544 years were examined over the period from 2013 to 2015. They were randomized by their age, social factors, associated gynecological and extragenital diseases. The main group (group I) joined 30 patients, the group of comparison (group II) 30 patients and the control (group III) 30 patients. All the patients underwent clinical and laboratory investigations according to the existing standards of obstetric examination. In the main group, complex treatment included therapy with medical ozone. In the comparison group, a standard medico-preventive therapy by the protocol №05 (20.02.2014 MH of AR) was implemented. In the control group, estrogen indices were studied in dynamics. Results. Pregnant women aged 35 years and older have an unfavorable background of extragenital and gynecological pathology that is confirmed by hormonal background. Conclusions. Planning of pregnancy, timely prevention and correction of clinicolaboratory indices permit to reduce the frequency and severity of pregnancy and delivery complications and improve the perinatal indices among patients of this age group.

scholarly journals VULVOVAGINAL CANDIDIASIS IN COMBINATION WITH BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS IN WOMEN OF REPRODUCTIVE AGE: FEATURES OF PATHOGENESIS AND TREATMENT

2021 ◽  
pp. 12-17
Author(s):  
Svitlana Pandei ◽  
Dmytro Ledin ◽  
Oleksandra Lubkovska
Keyword(s):  
Bacterial Vaginosis ◽  
Adhesion Molecules ◽  
Vulvovaginal Candidiasis ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Women Of Reproductive Age ◽  
Combination Drug ◽  
Group I ◽  
Tnf Α ◽  
Topical Metronidazole

The aim. Reducing the recurrence of vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) in combination with bacterial vaginosis (BV) in women of reproductive age by studying the pathogenesis and improving the algorithm of treatment and prevention measures. Materials and methods. During the study, 150 women of reproductive age who had the same clinical manifestations of VVC and BV were selected and divided into 3 groups of 50 women: Group I was treated with an antimicrobial combination drug (miconazole with topical metronidazole), group II – the same drug in combination with probiotic (lactobacilli) in candles, group III – according to the algorithm improved by the authors. In addition, a control group was formed, which included healthy women of reproductive age.  To establish the pathogenesis of VVC in combination with BV in the studied women, the concentration of cytokines and adhesion molecules in the blood before and after treatment was determined and compared with the control group. The clinical effect of different treatments was assessed at 3, 7, 10, 14 days, and the presence of relapses – 1, 3, 6 months after treatment. Results. The occurrence of a combination of VVC and BV in women of reproductive age is accompanied by a significant increase in the level of intercellular adhesion molecules (ICAM-1) and vascular cell adhesion molecules (VCAM-1) along with a statistically significant increase in proinflammatory cytokines (interleukin-6) (IL-6), interleukin-8 (IL-8)) and tumor necrosis factor (TNF) - TNF-α. As a result of the application of the algorithm improved by the authors, higher clinical efficiency and the ability to avoid recurrence of VVC in combination with BV in women of reproductive age were obtained. Conclusions. The authors' substantiated improvement of the algorithm of VVC treatment in combination with BV in women of reproductive age makes it possible to reduce the frequency of their recurrence and restore the biocenosis of the vagina to normal. In the case of this pathology there is an increase in the level of pro-inflammatory cytokines (IL-6, IL-8), TNF-α and ICAM-1 and VCAM-1.

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