Common Respiratory Bacteria Detected in Eyes of Alzheimer’s Patients

Common respiratory bacteria detected in eyes of Alzheimer’s patients

A bacterium prevalent in sinus infections and pneumonia may aggravate Alzheimer’s disease, according to a recent study published in Nature Communications. The bacterium, Chlamydia pneumoniae, was found in the eyes of deceased patients with Alzheimer’s disease, according to researchers from Cedars-Sinai’s Health Sciences University in California."The retina is directly connected with the brain. It's a developmental extension of the brain," lead r…

Common respiratory bacteria detected in eyes of Alzheimer’s patients - NEW YORK TIMES POST

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A bacterium prevalent in sinus infections and pneumonia may aggravate Alzheimer’s disease, according to a recent study published in Nature Communications.  The bacterium, Chlamydia pneumoniae, was found in the eyes of deceased patients with Alzheimer’s disease, according to researchers from Cedars-Sinai’s Health Sciences University in California. “The retina is directly connected with the brain. It’s a…

Common Bacteria Found in the Eye Linked to Alzheimer’s Disease

From SciTechDaily Cedars-Sinai researchers are pointing to an unexpected place to look for clues about Alzheimer’s disease: the eye. In a study published in Nature Communications, they report evidence that Chlamydia pneumoniae, best known for causing pneumonia and sinus infections, can persist for years in the body and may be tied to changes seen in Alzheimer’s disease. The work raises the possibility that a long-lasting infection could help fue…