Preclinical research from McGill University suggests that nerve injuries can create long-term changes in the immune system, and these changes may not be the same for males and females. Nerve injuries are common and can occur from stretching, pressure or cuts. They often lead to persistent problems such as chronic pain. Although the immune system normally works to repair damaged tissue, the new findings indicate that nerve injuries can also shift immune activity throughout the entire body. Laboratory analysis of blood from mice showed clear evidence of bodywide inflammation after…
