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I am reading about the body's endocannabinoid system. One source states that endocannabinoids are produced in the mammillary bodies. I cannot find anything else that supports this. Are endocannabinoids hormones, neurotransmitters, or both? If they are not produced in the mammillary bodies, then where are they produced?
Additionally, they are lipophilic. Why, then, do they need cell surface receptors?
This is a serious question. I am an aspiring physician hoping to learn about this hot topic right now so that I understand it for the future. I am trying to understand as much as I can, and I figured these should be easy questions to answer for those with more knowledge.
Tried to post this question in the pharmacy forum but they acted like they had no idea what I was talking about. Kinda sad for people who should know about these things.
Additionally, they are lipophilic. Why, then, do they need cell surface receptors?
This is a serious question. I am an aspiring physician hoping to learn about this hot topic right now so that I understand it for the future. I am trying to understand as much as I can, and I figured these should be easy questions to answer for those with more knowledge.
Tried to post this question in the pharmacy forum but they acted like they had no idea what I was talking about. Kinda sad for people who should know about these things.