Pain is a noxious sensation caused by tissue damage, which can severely interfere with a person’s quality of life. Although numerous analgesics are available for eradicating pain, there remain limitations in terms of safety and efficacy. This review focuses on arachidonoyl-serotonin (AA-5-HT) − an endogenous lipid with a putative antinociceptive effect. After detailed investigation, previous studies have revealed that AA-5-HT can stimulate the cannabinoid system, which results in the inhibition of pain sensation. Moreover, AA-5-HT can inhibit the action of TRPV1, which is a nonselective cation channel that mediates pain signals in the nervous system. This dual effect makes AA-5-HT a potentially safe and potent analgesic. This review summarizes the roles of the cannabinoid system and TRPV1 in pain sensation, and the function of AA-5-HT in pain modulation.
서 론(Introduction)
통증의 분자생물학적 기전
AA-5-HT의 통증 억제 기전
결 론(Conclusion)
감사의 말씀(Acknowledgment)
Conflict of Interest
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