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This research aims to understand how chronic psychological stress affects meibomian gland function through β-adrenergic signaling.

February 8, 2026Open Access

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β-Adrenergic Signaling Contributes to Circadian and Lipid Dysregulation in Meibomian Glands During Chronic Psychological Stress

DQDi QiJimei University MBMengru BaZhengzhou University SXShuting XuanHenan University

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This research aims to understand how chronic psychological stress affects meibomian gland function through β-adrenergic signaling.
Examined the impact of chronic psychological stress on meibomian glands.
Assessed changes in circadian regulation and lipid metabolism.
Investigated effects of β-adrenergic blockade as a potential treatment.
Chronic stress led to disruptions in meibomian gland homeostasis.
Altered circadian rhythms and lipid profiles were observed.
β-adrenergic blockade showed partial reversal of stress-induced changes.

Abstract

Chronic psychological stress disrupts MG homeostasis through sympathetic overactivation, affecting circadian regulation, immune responses, and lipid metabolism. β-Adrenergic blockade partially reverses these changes, highlighting a potential therapeutic approach for stress-related evaporative dry eye.

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β-Adrenergic Signaling Contributes to Circadian and Lipid Dysregulation in Meibomian Glands During Chronic Psychological Stress

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