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Neural Pathway Discovered That Signals When to Stop Drinking and Prevents Overhydration – Medical Xpress
Oct 16, 2025, 12:48

Neural Pathway Discovered That Signals When to Stop Drinking and Prevents Overhydration – Medical Xpress

Medical Xpress shared a post on LinkedIn:

“Recent research has identified a neural pathway in mice that signals when to stop drinking, preventing overhydration. This pathway involves GABAergic neurons in the

medial septum transmitting inhibitory signals to the subfornical organ, integrating cues from the mouth and . Disruption of this circuit led to

excessive water intake and hyponatremia. These findings enhance our understanding of how the brain anticipates and regulates drinking behavior, offering potential

insights for addressing disorders related to fluid balance in humans. Further investigation may reveal whether similar mechanisms exist in humans or other mammals.”

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