Topical clobetasol resolves recalcitrant Pagetoid reticulosis in a single case report
Rare skin condition cleared with common steroid cream
This case report with literature review describes a 53-year-old woman with a 5-year history of a recalcitrant pruritic plaque on the right a…
A woman's stubborn eczema-like rash turned out to a rare skin cancer. A common steroid cream cleared it completely.
Purified phytochemicals and multicomponent botanical formulas may modulate the pulmonary fibrosis immune microenvironment in IPF
Plant compounds may offer new ways to treat lung scarring
This narrative review explores how purified phytochemicals and multicomponent botanical formulas may modulate the immune microenvironment an…
Natural plant extracts could change how the body handles inflammation and tissue scarring in people with a serious lung disease.
Cell-mediated immunity and mucosal responses characterize early infection in ruminants with Johne's disease
Understanding Immune Responses and Vaccine Challenges in Ruminants with Johne Disease
This mini review examines host immune responses to Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis (MAP) from a mucosal immunology perspective. …
Scientists are studying how the immune system fights Johne disease to find better ways to protect livestock from this chronic infection.
GSTO1 inhibition induces apoptosis in AML cells while LMRS model stratifies patient risk
New lipid metabolism markers help predict outcomes for leukemia patients
This guideline synthesizes in vitro and observational data regarding lipid metabolism in acute myeloid leukemia (AML). The findings identify…
Researchers identified a new way to group and predict survival for patients with acute myeloid leukemia using lipid metabolism patterns.
Refractory mastoiditis may signal granulomatosis with polyangiitis: case highlights need for early ANCA testing
Mastoiditis May Be Linked to Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis
A case report and literature review describes a 69-year-old woman with refractory mastoiditis later diagnosed as granulomatosis with polyang…
A persistent ear infection in an older patient revealed a rare underlying autoimmune condition called granulomatosis with polyangiitis.
Routine serum lipid profiles may serve as markers for systemic metabolism in allergic diseases
Blood fat levels may offer clues about asthma severity
This mini review examines the clinical associations of routine serum lipid measures in patients with asthma, atopic dermatitis, and allergic…
New research suggests that routine blood tests for fats like cholesterol could help doctors better understand and categorize different types…
Vitamin D supplementation alleviates symptoms of allergic rhinitis, atopic dermatitis, and urticaria
Vitamin D shows specific benefits for some allergic skin and respiratory conditions
This umbrella review synthesized data from 66,387 patients regarding vitamin D's role in allergic diseases. The analysis found that vitamin …
New data suggests vitamin D may help manage symptoms of itchy skin and runny noses, though its effects vary by condition.
FDA Approves Adrenalin (epinephrine) for Anaphylaxis and Septic Shock Hypotension
FDA approves Adrenalin for severe allergic reactions and septic shock.
The FDA approved Adrenalin (epinephrine) for emergency treatment of allergic reactions including anaphylaxis, and to increase mean arterial …
The FDA approved Adrenalin (epinephrine) to treat life-threatening allergic reactions and low blood pressure from septic shock. It is given …
Point-of-care smell testing serves as an effective screening tool for various neurodegenerative and respiratory conditions
Point of Care Smell Testing Helps Identify Clinical Needs
This narrative review synthesizes the clinical utility of point-of-care olfactory tests across neurology, primary care, and otorhinolaryngol…
New research highlights how quick smell tests can serve as effective screening tools for patients with respiratory, neurological, and psychi…
Nanomedicine delivery systems may enhance immunotherapy efficacy in colorectal cancer
Nanomedicine may boost immunotherapy for colorectal cancer
This systematic review explores how nanomedicine delivery systems (liposomes, polymeric nanoparticles, metal nanoparticles) can remodel the …
Tiny particles could help immune therapies work better against colorectal cancer by changing the tumor environment.
Systemic Immune-Inflammation Index Shows Diagnostic and Prognostic Value in Thyroid Cancer
Immune Index Shows Link to Lymph Node Spread in Thyroid Cancer
A meta-analysis evaluated the Systemic Immune-Inflammation Index (SII) for diagnosing thyroid cancer and predicting lymph node metastasis. S…
A new analysis suggests that a specific immune marker could help doctors identify thyroid cancer and predict if it has spread to lymph nodes…
Small PNH clones in SLE linked to thrombotic events and hemolysis in case series
Small blood cell issues can impact patients with lupus and PNH
A systematic review of 8 cases found that 37.5% of SLE patients with PNH had thrombotic events and 87.5% had detectable hemolysis. The findi…
A review of cases shows that even small clusters of abnormal cells can cause serious blood complications in people with lupus and PNH.