How the Brain Plays a Role in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Peripheral inflammation is associated with brain connectivity and structure in those with rheumatoid arthritis, a new study reports.... Read More...
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Immunosuppresant Drugs May Protect Against Parkinson’s
People who take immunosuppressant medications are less likely to develop Parkinson's disease, a new study reveals.... Read More...
Link Between Huntington’s Disease and Rheumatoid Arthritis Discovered
Researchers have identified a genetic overlap between rheumatoid arthritis and Huntington's disease. The findings could open the door to developing new therapeutic targets and medications to combat both conditions.... Read More...
First Clues to the Causes of Multiple Sclerosis
Researchers report TOX, a DNA binding factor, may play a significant role in triggering multiple sclerosis. The study reports TOX promotes T cells to initiate autoimmune tissue destruction in the brain.... Read More...
Study Challenges Conventional Belief About Origins of Multiple Sclerosis
A new study challenges conventional thought on the origins of multiple sclerosis. Researchers say biochemical injury to myelin appears to trigger an immune response that leads to additional damage as a result of inflammation. The new theory challenges the view that MS is primarily at autoimmune disease at origin.... Read More...
Gray Hair Linked to Immune System and Viral Infection
Researchers have identified a link between the immune system, viral infection and premature hair graying. The study reports mice who went prematurely gray produced unusually high amounts of MITF, a protein that is responsible for releasing interferons, which help to fight viral infections. This suggests genes responsible for controlling pigmentation also work to control the immune system.... Read More...
Gut Bacteria Drives Autoimmune Diseases
A new study reveals E. gallinarum, a intestinal bacteria, can trigger autoimmune disease. Researchers say the autoimmune activation can be suppressed by a vaccine designed to target the bacteria, and with the help of antibiotics.... Read More...
Men Hold Secret to Protect Women From Multiple Sclerosis
A new PNAS study reveals why men are less likely to develop multiple sclerosis than women. According to researchers, a 'guardian molecule' that is triggered by testosterone appears to have a protective effect in men. When female mice were treated with the molecule, their symptoms of the disease were eliminated.... Read More...
Treatable Immune System Disorder Could Be Mistaken For Schizophrenia or Bipolar Disorder
A major finding from researchers at Houston Methodist reveals a significant number of people diagnosed with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder may actually have a treatable immune system disorder. The condition causes NMDA receptors to stop functioning properly and can result in symptoms commonly associated with neuropsychiatric disorders.... Read More...
Time of Day Affects Severity of Autoimmune Disease
Researchers shed light on how the circadian rhythm and time of day impact immune response in autoimmune diseases. The findings could help in the development of new treatments to tackle a range of autoimmune disorders.... Read More...
Unique Pattern of Brain Inflammation May Explain Neurocognitive Impairment in HIV Patients on Antiretroviral Drugs
Persistent inflammation may underlie HIV associated neurocognitive disorders in patients taking specific antiretroviral drugs, a new study reports.... Read More...
New Genes Associated With Cognitive Ability Identified
Researchers have identified over a dozen genetic variations they believe are associated with a person's cognitive ability.... Read More...