Two gut bacteria play unexpected role in multiple sclerosis

According to a new study, two specific gut bacteria may play an unexpected role in multiple sclerosis. This could help understand the course of the disease and develop new treatments.

The researchers from Futura report that the bacteria in question seem to have an influence on the immune system. In multiple sclerosis, the immune system attacks the body's own nerve cells. This discovery could potentially offer new therapeutic options.

It is not yet clear exactly how these bacteria influence the disease process. Further research is needed to understand the exact mechanism. Nevertheless, this discovery is seen as an important first step in research into multiple sclerosis.

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