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Examining the Link Between Gut Inflammation and Parkinson’s Disease

  • In June 2024, researchers proposed a hypothesis connecting Parkinson’s disease with gut inflammation and imbalances in the microbiota during a major international conference on inflammation held in Rome.
  • This hypothesis arose from observations of inflammatory markers in the gut and brain, and correlations between microbiota changes and neurodegeneration.
  • A study analyzing 228 spit and stool samples found more harmful bacteria in the guts of patients with mild cognitive impairment and Parkinson's dementia, suggesting toxins may promote inflammation and cognitive decline.
  • Experts suggest that toxins produced in the gut and bacteria found in the mouth may serve as indicators to identify Parkinson’s patients who are more likely to develop dementia, with Dr. Giovanni Barbara highlighting increasing support for the bidirectional interaction between the gut and the brain.
  • These findings may guide development of gut-targeted anti-inflammatory treatments to potentially slow or manage Parkinson's progression by promoting a healthy microbiome.
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The Washington Post broke the news in on Thursday, September 28, 2023.
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