Health & Environment
Kerala Study Links Gut Bacteria Imbalance to Parkinson's Disease Progression
The Hindu2h
THE BRIEF
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Researchers from CUSAT and SCTIMST found significant differences in gut microbiome composition between Parkinson's disease patients and healthy individuals.
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The study analyzed stool samples from 65 patients and 65 healthy spouses using metagenomic sequencing, identifying elevated inflammation-linked bacteria.
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Funded by the ICMR, the findings suggest gut microbial shifts influence neurotransmitters like dopamine and could aid in early diagnostic tests.