Alcohol use disorder triggers a distinct immune response linked to neurodegeneration

Alcohol use disorder triggers a distinct immune response linked to neurodegeneration

New research published in Brain, Behavior, and Immunity provides evidence that alcohol use disorder triggers a distinct type of immune response in the brain. The findings suggest that excessive alcohol consumption shifts the brain’s immune cells into a reactive state that ultimately damages neurons. The study identifies a specific cellular pathway linking alcohol exposure to neurodegeneration. Scientists have recognized for some time that the br…