Recent research has shed light on the intriguing connection between the
immune system and Parkinson’s disease, a progressive neurological disorder.
Scientists have discovered that certain immune cells, called microglia,
play a crucial role in the brain’s health and function. In Parkinson’s,
these microglia can become overactive, leading to chronic inflammation and
the destruction of dopamine-producing neurons. This process is believed to
contribute significantly to the development and progression of the disease.
Understanding the role of the immune system in Parkinson’s could pave the
way for new therapeutic approaches and targeted treatments to halt or slow
down the debilitating effects of this neurodegenerative condition.
immune system and Parkinson’s disease, a progressive neurological disorder.
Scientists have discovered that certain immune cells, called microglia,
play a crucial role in the brain’s health and function. In Parkinson’s,
these microglia can become overactive, leading to chronic inflammation and
the destruction of dopamine-producing neurons. This process is believed to
contribute significantly to the development and progression of the disease.
Understanding the role of the immune system in Parkinson’s could pave the
way for new therapeutic approaches and targeted treatments to halt or slow
down the debilitating effects of this neurodegenerative condition.
