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Understanding Lactation Physiology by drgargey is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Lactation is the process of producing and releasing milk from mammary glands, initiated by hormonal changes during pregnancy. The physiology of lactation involves several stages, including mammogenesis, lactogenesis, and galactopoiesis, with key hormones like prolactin and oxytocin playing crucial roles in milk production and ejection. Factors such as infrequent suckling and stress can affect lactation, while breastfeeding offers significant benefits for both mother and infant.
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