# A specific gene could play a major role in reducing brain swelling after stroke

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**Created:** [April 19, 2019, 5:43am UTC](https://archive.menshealtharchive.com/t/a-specific-gene-could-play-a-major-role-in-reducing-brain-swelling-after-stroke/2289 "2019-04-19T05:43:38Z")\
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> **[A specific gene could play a major role in reducing brain swelling after...](https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/04/190415082010.htm)**
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> Inflammation gone awry in the brain due to stroke, head injury or infection causes damage; in a lab model of stroke, a particular gene tamped down swelling.

  
Inflammation gone awry in the brain due to stroke, head injury or infection causes damage; in a lab model of stroke, a particular gene tamped down swelling.