Multiple Choice
Why would decreasing glutamate levels help treat ALS?
A) It decreases the flow of calcium into motor neurons,decreasing spasticity.
B) It allows acetylcholine (Ach) to bind to the receptors,decreasing glutamate activity.
C) Glutamate is the main inhibitory neurotransmitter,so decreasing its levels would benefit ALS symptoms.
D) It enhances the actions of GABA,screening out unnecessary sensory messages coming from the environment.
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