Cristina Smith

BACKGROUND: Macrophages and satellite glial cells (SGCs) are two major nonneuronal cell types in dorsal root ganglion (DRG) proximal to sensory neurons to participate in pain development. They are documented to produce proinflammatory factors to facilitate nociception…

BACKGROUND: Stress is a strong contributor to the development and exacerbation of irritable bowel syndrome. Visceral sensation is initiated in dorsal root ganglia (DRG), manifested by neurochemical changes and modulated by environmental cues…