Rotavirus pre-symptomatically downregulates ileum-innervating sympathetic nerves concomitant with increased intestinal transit and altered brain activity
A. Hellysaz, L. Svensson, M. Hagbom
This study shows rotavirus infection downregulates ileum sympathetic nerves and alters brain activity before symptoms appear, suggesting central control of diarrhea.
bioRxiv · Aug 6, 2021 · PreprintMicrobiology