Inflammation

Inflammation increases pain sensitivity in osteoarthritis (OA)

Inflammation has been found to contribute to pain sensitivity in the knees of osteoarthritis (OA) patients. Targeting inflammation early on may be a preventative technique that helps reduce pain in the knee due to osteoarthritis. Researchers from Boston University found that reducing the inflammation did not reduce pain significantly, which led researcher Tuhina Neogi, M.D., ...click here to read more

Brain’s immune system could fight off Alzheimer’s: Study

A new study revealed that the brain’s immune system could be harnessed to fight off Alzheimer’s disease. It would be able to clear up amyloid plaques, which are a staple in Alzheimer’s disease. The findings come from the University of Rochester Medical Center. Lead author of the study, M. Kerry O’Banion, M.D., Ph.D., said, “This research ...click here to read more

Sjögren’s syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis and lupus overlap

Inflammatory systemic autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and Sjögren’s syndrome, have all been found to overlap. Lupus is an autoimmune disease that causes the immune system to produce antibodies that produce widespread inflammation all over the body and can result in tissue damage. Any part of the body, including the skin, joints, brain, ...click here to read more

Aging, diabetes and inflammation understood with new molecular synthetic

Aging, diabetes and inflammation can be better understood with a new molecular synthetic process developed by researchers at Yale University. The new process synthesizes glucosepane, which has been found to be a critical component of aging and diabetes. Senior Author, David Spiegel, M.D., said, “Glucosepane forms in all human beings during the aging process, and ...click here to read more

Molecule causing skin fibrosis, a symptom of scleroderma, identified

A molecule has been identified that causes skin fibrosis – a condition that involves hardening of the skin tissue. The findings could also be relevant to other organs, such as the heart, lungs and liver. Research lead, Dr. Shyni Varghese, said, “We’ve identified a new component that hasn’t previously been studied as a factor contributing to fibrosis. This ...click here to read more

Alzheimer’s disease progress influenced by brain-blood barrier disruption

As researchers continue to explore Alzheimer’s disease, they note that the immune system and disruptions in the brain-blood barrier can lead to its progression. The important brain-blood barrier is called the blood-cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and, unfortunately, it is often neglected. Disruptions in the blood-CSF can negatively impact the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, but on the ...click here to read more

Hypertension drug blocks traumatic brain injury (TBI) inflammation caused by liver

A hypertension drug has been shown to block traumatic brain injury (TBI) inflammations caused by liver proteins. TBI has been shown to affect the body as well as the brain in animal studies. The findings were discovered by researchers at Georgetown University Medical Center. Researchers found that brain injuries produce an inflammatory response, in particular ...click here to read more

How inflammation affects your health

Generally speaking inflammation is necessary to protect the body. It’s the body’s response to infection and aids in healing. But inflammation can raise some potential health risks as well. Here is a list of potential health risks inflammation can lead to. 4 areas affected by inflammation Digestion and gutMuch of our immune system is actually ...click here to read more

New study finds link between suicide and inflammation

Suicide ranks number 10 as the leading cause of death in America. Conversations about suicide rarely include seniors, but they should. Suicide rates increase with age, and elderly men in industrialized countries tend to see the highest suicide rates, as discussed in the journal Advances in Psychiatric Treatment. The journal noted rates were highest among ...click here to read more

Why Boosting Good Cholesterol Will Help Reduce Inflammation

High cholesterol is well-known as a significant risk for heart disease. New research shows keeping cholesterol in a healthy range, and boosting good cholesterol, will help fight inflammation and thereby reduce joint pain and stiffness. Could get you out walking and resuming activities you really enjoy. Let’s take a look at cholesterol’s healthy range: High ...click here to read more