Infection-induced inflammation is mediated by increased levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines20. To evaluate the level ofE. coliinduced inflammation, serum interleukins 6 and 8 (IL-6 and IL-8) were measured. IL-6 and IL-8 are useful biomarkers since they have been linked to intestinal inflamma...
Experiment with gluten, dairy, and all refined sugar/flour elimination. If one IS dealing with a fungal infection, it becomes imperative that all sources of sugars and grains/flours be eliminated for a solid two month or more, along with dairy. These foods feed fungal conditions. Fresh fruits...
The natural history of HBV infection depends mainly on the interaction between the virus and the host. The age when HBV infection is acquired is one of the most critical factors that determine whether the HBV infection will become chronic. The risk of chronic HBV infection in newborns and infan...
The aim of this large, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of P9 in the treatment of chronic diarrhea over a 4-week period. The primary endpoint of this study was the diarrhea symptom severity score, while secondary endpoints includ...
While gentian violet used to be used as an antifungal treatment in the era before World War II, we have better options for ear care these days. Keeping the ears dry, cleaning them only as needed and checking them regularly for signs of infection are better ways to keep your dog...
t have a sinus infection whereas I would have already been to the doctor to help me calm down the inflammation that is blocking my sinuses and ears holding it all in. I’ll take it. Oh, and a bonus points to my cousin who had an infection in his tooth the same day and that his ...
The fermented milk product kefir, which contains a combination of lactic acid bacteria (lactobacillus, lactococci, and Leuconostoc), acetic acid bacteria, and yeast, protected mice against G. lamblia trophozoite infection and enhanced pro-inflammatory responses, including IFN-g and TNF-a, with a ...
Vulva and vagina Surveillance for estrogen deficiency, infection (HSV, HPV, yeast, bacteria) and malignancy [3]. Water-based or silicone lubricants, topical estrogens, topical corticosteroids or calcineurin inhibitors, dilators or vibrators, surgery for extensive synechiae or obliteration, early gynecology...
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) shares many phenotypic similarities with other chronic diseases, including heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, HIV infection and rheumatoid arthritis. The most apparent similarity is premature ageing, involving accelerated vascular disease and muscle wasting. We...
In contrast to systemic anti-TNF treatment, LL–MT1–MT1 therapy did not influence systemic infection, showing that the effect of L. Lactis-secreted anti-mTNF Nanobodies was restricted to the intestine. DISCUSSION This report describes the creation of a new, effective approach for local anti-...