Gut-Brain Connection in Parkinson's Disease

A gut brain connection has been established in recent studies but the mechanism of the connection has not been fully detailed. Scientists have provided little evidence about the possible ingestion of toxins or germs which could lead to damage to the brain and the subsequent symptoms of Parkinson's disease.

Gut brain connection in Parkinson's Disease (PD)
- Alpha Synuclein misfold in the endocrine cells in the gut
- Misfolded Alpha Synuclein are transferred to nerves
- When these cells reach the brain, they can cause PD

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