COX is an enzyme that produces pain and inflammation signals. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) inhibit COX, but can cause peptic ulcers. COX-1 is present in most cells, while COX-2 generates signals that cause inflammation and pain. Prostaglandins, produced by both types of COX, are a type of fatty acid that affect nearby cells. Omega-6 and […]