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Exploring the parity paradox: Differential effects on neuroplasticity and inflammation by APOEe4 genotype at middle age.
Brain, behavior, and immunity - 1 Aug 2024
Lee Bonnie H, Cevizci Melike, Lieblich Stephanie E, Ibrahim Muna, Wen Yanhua, Eid Rand S, Lamers Yvonne, Duarte-Guterman Paula, Galea Liisa A M
Abstract excerpt
Female sex and Apolipoprotein E (APOE) ε4 genotype are top non-modifiable risk factors for Alzheimer's disease (AD). Although female-unique experiences like parity (pregnancy and motherhood) have positive effects on neuroplasticity at middle age, previous pregnancy may also contribute to AD risk. To explore these seemingly paradoxical long-term effects of parity, we investigated the impact of parity with APOEε4...
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