The Role of Microbiota in the Etiology of Schizophrenia
Journal Title: Psikiyatride Guncel Yaklasimlar - Current Approaches in Psychiatry - Year 2018, Vol 10, Issue 2
Abstract
In recent years, the role of microbiota in the etiology of schizophrenia has been a focus of investigation. It is now increasingly recognized that bidirectional communication exists between brain and gut microbiota. Evidence that indicate possible microbiota alteration in schizophrenia includes structural damage to the gastrointestinal tract, a heightened immune response to infectious pathogens and food antigens. It is proposed that an altered microbiome may contribute to abnormalities in metabolic function in schizophrenia. The aim of this article is to review recent literature on connection of the microbiota and schizophrenia.
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