« Also affect the behaviour of many types of cells in the body, including neurons. In fact one of the reasons why blocking cytokines proved to be so effective at treating some rhumatoïd arthritis patients is that, as well as stopping the inflammation and thereby increasing the mobility of a patient’s joints, blocking cytokines also limits the impact of the inflammation on the nervous system, so that patients feel a lot better quicker. »
Then Davis writes about the role of the hypothalamus as a result and not the other way round I thought.
..« Although this is not very well understood in detail, our immune system undoubtedly shapes our moods and feelings... there is an advantage in seeking comfort from others who may care for you when ill. »
« Music, it seems, is not the only food of love; caring affections can be fired up by the chemical reaction of immune cells detecting germs »
Well I am stunned! 😃 Being chronically ill has its advantages! Keep smiling my supportive friends!
Fran xx