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Brain’s immune system linked to epilepsy
Chronic seizures caused by traumatic head injuries may result from chemicals released by the brain's immune system attempting to repair the injured site, according to a new study.
Date: 7 July 2009
Article title: Brain's Immune System May Cause Chronic Seizures
Summary:
Researchers are starting to understand the role the brain’s immune system plays in causing seizures and epilepsy. The findings suggest that shutting down the brain’s immune system after a traumatic head injury could prevent the development of acquired epilepsy.
Source: Science Daily
Link: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/07/090706161308.htm
