Fibroblast growth factor

Fibroblast growth factors (FGFs) are a group of proteins that play a key role in your body's development and healing processes. They act as signals that tell cells when to grow, divide, and repair tissues such as skin, muscles, and bones. FGFs are essential for normal development before birth and help your body recover after injury. They also help maintain healthy cells and tissues throughout your life. In medicine, scientists study FGFs to understand how to promote healing and develop treatments for conditions like wounds, fractures, and certain diseases.