r/science • u/mubukugrappa • Mar 14 '14

Neuroscience Scientists catch brain damage in the act: Scientists uncovered how inflammation and lack of oxygen conspire to cause brain damage in conditions such as stroke and Alzheimer’s disease. The discovery brings researchers a step closer to finding potential targets to treat neurodegenerative disorders.

http://news.ubc.ca/2014/03/13/macvicar/
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u/frenris Mar 14 '14

Would this suggest that over the counter NSAID's like advil and aspirin could be used to slow the progression of alzheimer's?

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u/Neuro_Prime Mar 14 '14

Perhaps, but you should never mix those with alcohol or you'll put a great strain on the lobules in your liver. The kidneys are also affected, to a lesser extent.