Neuroinflammation modulation is the therapeutic or physiological process of regulating the inflammatory response within the central nervous system, which involves the activation of glial cells like microglia and astrocytes. While acute inflammation is protective, chronic neuroinflammation is a key driver in neurodegenerative diseases, mood disorders, and cognitive decline. Strategic modulation aims to dampen detrimental inflammatory cascades while preserving essential neuroprotective immune functions.
Origin
The term combines ‘neuro,’ referring to the nervous system, with ‘inflammation,’ describing the immune response, and ‘modulation,’ meaning to adjust or regulate. This accurately defines the clinical goal of achieving homeostatic control over brain immune activity.
Mechanism
Hormones and their neuroactive metabolites, such as allopregnanolone and estrogen, act as powerful endogenous modulators by interacting with immune receptors on glial cells and influencing cytokine release. These steroids can suppress the activation of pro-inflammatory transcription factors, shifting the microglial phenotype toward a less reactive, neuroprotective state. This hormonal mechanism underscores a critical pathway for mitigating age-related cognitive decline and enhancing brain resilience.
Targeted peptide therapies and hormone optimization can synergistically enhance brain health by restoring neuroendocrine balance and promoting cellular resilience.
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