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Neuro-Inflammation

Meaning

Neuro-inflammation is the specific inflammatory response occurring within the central nervous system, mediated primarily by specialized glial cells, such as microglia and astrocytes. While a transient, localized response is necessary for clearing pathogens and cellular debris, chronic or excessive neuro-inflammation contributes significantly to neuronal damage, synaptic dysfunction, and the pathogenesis of neurodegenerative and psychiatric disorders. This sustained inflammatory state profoundly impacts cognitive function, mood regulation, and the overall neuroendocrine axis.