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The Microbiome’s Influence on the Neurobiology of Opioid Addiction and Brain Connectivity.
Authors
Iriah SC, Rodriguez N, Febo M, Morrissette M, Strandwitz P, Kulkarni P, Ferris CFAbstract
Opioids are the most effective and potent analgesics available for acute pain management. With no viable alternative for treating chronic or post operative pain, it is not surprising that over 10 million people misuse opioids. This study explores the developmental influence of the microbiome on resistance to opioid addictive behavior and functional connectivity.