We present an analog of the well-known Kruskal-Katona theorem for the poset of subspaces of PG (n; 2) ordered by inclusion. For given k; ` (k < `) and m the problem is to nd a family of size m in the set of`-subspaces of PG (n; 2), containing the minimal number of k-subspaces. We introduce two lexicographic type orders O 1 and O 2 on the set of`-subspaces, and prove that the rst m of them, take...

Goldfish (Carassius auratus) use reproductive hormones as endocrine signals to synchronize sexual behavior with gamete maturation and as exogenous signals (pheromones) to mediate spawning interactions between conspecifics. We examined the differential effects of two hormonal pheromones, prostaglandin F(2alpha) (PGF(2alpha)) and 17alpha,20beta-dihydroxy-4-pregnen-3-one (17,20beta-P) on neurogene...

INTRODUCTION Traumatic nipple is among the most common problems of the breastfeeding period which leads to early cessation of breastfeeding. The study aimed to compare the effects of the lanolin, peppermint, and dexpanthenol creams on the treatment of traumatic nipples. METHODS This double-blind randomized controlled trial was carried out on 126 breastfeeding mothers. The mothers had visited ...

Concentrations of various proteins in uterine flushings have been described as a direct method for assessment of the secretory activity of the endometrium. We investigated levels of the endometrial protein known as placental protein 14 (PP14) in flushings obtained from 271 infertile women. Under transvaginal ultrasonographic control, 2 ml of 0.154 M sodium chloride solution were injected into t...