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Re: Cat Parasite treated with antipsychotics

Posted by river1924 on September 11, 2006, at 0:09:14

In reply to Cat Parasite Traits In Human, posted by river1924 on September 9, 2006, at 1:02:59

http://www.medicalprogress.org/benefits/depress/news.cfm?news_id=424

Anti-psychotic drugs found to halt parasite growth

Researchers have found stronger evidence for a link between a parasite in cat faeces and undercooked meat, and an increased risk of schizophrenia.

The research, published in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Society B, shows how the growth of the parasite Toxoplasma gondii in rats may be halted by using anti-psychotic or mood stabilising drugs.

When rats become infected with T. gondii they develop a 'suicidal feline attraction' and are less aware of the dangers of cats. By giving the rats drugs typically used to treat schizophrenia, the researchers found the attraction to cats was limited and the parasite growth was affected. This finding has led the researchers to believe that T. gondii may have a role in the development of some cases of schizophrenia.

Lead researcher Dr Joanne Webster from Imperial College, London, said "Although we are certainly not saying that exposure to this parasite does definitely lead to the development of schizophrenia, this and previous studies do show there may be a link in a few individuals, providing new clues for how we treat toxoplasmosis and schizophrenia".

The researchers have already started human trials using anti T. gondii treatments as additional therapies for schizophrenia.


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