Neurotransmitters and the immune system work closely together, and this connection can affect brain diseases like multiple sclerosis and Alzheimer's.
Pro-inflammatory Cytokines: These are substances that can change neurotransmitter levels, which can harm nerve cells.
Glial Cells: These cells help connect the immune system with neurotransmitter signals, playing a role in conditions such as depression.
For example, when cytokine levels are high, they may disrupt how serotonin works, which can lead to mood problems.
Understanding how these systems interact could lead to new and better treatments that help both the immune system and the brain.
Neurotransmitters and the immune system work closely together, and this connection can affect brain diseases like multiple sclerosis and Alzheimer's.
Pro-inflammatory Cytokines: These are substances that can change neurotransmitter levels, which can harm nerve cells.
Glial Cells: These cells help connect the immune system with neurotransmitter signals, playing a role in conditions such as depression.
For example, when cytokine levels are high, they may disrupt how serotonin works, which can lead to mood problems.
Understanding how these systems interact could lead to new and better treatments that help both the immune system and the brain.