Neuroimmunology
Neuroimmunology
Neuroimmunology (pronunciation: /ˌnʊəroʊˌɪmjʊˈnɒlədʒi/) is a branch of immunology that deals specifically with the interrelationships of the nervous system and immune system.
Etymology
The term "Neuroimmunology" is derived from Neuro meaning nerve, Immuno referring to immune system and logy meaning study. Thus, it is the study of the interaction between our nervous system and immune system.
Overview
Neuroimmunology, a rapidly evolving field of research, combines the study of the nervous and immune systems. The field has been instrumental in providing novel insights into neurological disorders and contributing to their treatment. The immune and nervous systems communicate bidirectionally, and this cross-talk is essential for maintaining homeostasis and responding to stress or injury.
Related Terms
- Neurology: The branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the nervous system.
- Immunology: The branch of medicine and biology concerned with immunity.
- Neuroimmune signaling: The process by which the nervous system and immune system communicate.
- Neuroinflammation: Inflammation of the nervous tissue.
- Autoimmune neurological disorders: Conditions where the immune system mistakenly attacks parts of the nervous system.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Neuroimmunology
- Wikipedia's article - Neuroimmunology
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