Brain damage following ischemic strokes seems to be caused by
A) NMDA buildup.
B) excessive serotonin release.
C) an imbalance of GABA.
D) norepinephrine inhibition.
E) excessive glutamate release.

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Excessive glutamate release is known to cause brain damage following ischemic strokes. Glutamate is an excitatory neurotransmitter that is released in large quantities when brain cells become damaged due to lack of oxygen and glucose supply. The excessive release of glutamate leads to an influx of calcium ions into the cells, which triggers a cascade of events that ultimately cause cell death and brain damage.

Brain Damage Following Ischemic Strokes Seems to Be Caused by