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health1 year ago•3 min saved

Quick Test for Raynaud's: Do Your Cold Hands Indicate a Problem?

A new 1-minute quiz by Scleroderma & Raynaud's UK helps identify Raynaud's disease, a condition affecting blood circulation and causing extremities to change color and become painful in response to cold or stress. While often manageable, Raynaud's can indicate serious autoimmune conditions like scleroderma. The quiz aims to raise awareness and encourage early diagnosis, as Raynaud's affects about one in six Brits. Those experiencing symptoms, especially if they develop suddenly, are advised to consult a GP.

via Daily Mail|

#autoimmune-conditions #blood-circulation #health

health2 years ago•6 min saved

"Uncovering Misdiagnosed Forms of Diabetes"

Many individuals initially diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes may actually have a different form of the disease called latent autoimmune diabetes of adults (LADA), leading to mismanagement and denial of proper treatment. Patients, particularly Black women, have reported being denied necessary medicines, technology, and tests due to misconceptions about race, weight, and age. The slow progression of LADA and the lack of routine antibody testing contribute to misdiagnosis, highlighting the need for improved healthcare practices and awareness of atypical forms of diabetes.

via Yahoo News|

#autoimmune-conditions #diabetes #health

health2 years ago•0 min saved

The Enigma of Hypothyroidism: A Perplexing Challenge for Doctors and Patients

Living with an underactive thyroid can be challenging, as symptoms vary and diagnosis can be difficult. While some individuals respond well to treatment with a daily pill, others struggle to find relief. Journalist Andy Miller shares his own experience and interviews endocrinologists and patients to shed light on the mystifying nature of thyroid and autoimmune conditions.

via NPR|

#autoimmune-conditions #diagnosis #health

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Living with an underactive thyroid: A comic perspective

Living with an underactive thyroid can be challenging, as some patients struggle to get a diagnosis or respond well to treatment. Journalist Andy Miller shares his experience managing hypothyroidism with a daily pill, but recognizes that he is one of the lucky ones. Through interviews with endocrinologists and patients, the article sheds light on the mystifying nature of thyroid and autoimmune conditions.

via KPBS|

#autoimmune-conditions #diagnosis #health

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Living with an underactive thyroid: A comic perspective

via KPBS|

#autoimmune-conditions #diagnosis #health

pharmaceuticals2 years ago•2 min saved

Immunovant's Autoimmune Drug Surges, Beating Expectations

Immunovant's experimental drug, IMVT-1402, has shown promising results in lowering immunoglobulin G (IgG) levels in healthy adults, indicating its potential to treat various autoimmune conditions. The drug led to dose-dependent reductions in IgG without causing negative effects on LDL cholesterol or serum albumin levels. Immunovant's stock soared to a two-year high following the announcement, while shares of Argenx, a competitor with its drug Vyvgart, slipped. Although Argenx currently has a lead in development across rare diseases, analysts believe Immunovant's drug could have implications for self-administered injections in treating rheumatoid arthritis.

via Investor's Business Daily|

#argenx #autoimmune-conditions #immunovant

health2 years ago•4 min saved

Thymectomy: Understanding the Process and Recovery

Thymectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the thymus, commonly performed to treat myasthenia gravis or thymoma. It can be done through different techniques, including transsternal, transcervical, or video-assisted thoracoscopic thymectomy. Before the surgery, a physical exam and medical history are taken, and imaging may be required. The procedure itself takes two to three hours, and recovery typically involves an overnight hospital stay. Follow-up appointments are necessary to adjust medications and monitor the healing process. Thymectomy does not affect the immune system in adults, as the thymus is no longer needed for immune system function.

via Verywell Health|

#autoimmune-conditions #health #recovery

medical-research2 years ago•2 min saved

"Breakthrough Discovery: Uncovering a Novel Cell Receptor with Promising Therapeutic Applications"

Researchers from the University of Colorado have identified a unique cell receptor, KIR3DL3, which is found in the intestine and lungs. This receptor could potentially be targeted for immunotherapies to treat diseases such as lung and bowel cancer, as well as autoimmune conditions like IBD. The researchers discovered that KIR3DL3 is expressed in a specific population of T cells and can inhibit immune responses when activated by its binding partner, HHLA2. Further research is ongoing to explore the therapeutic potential of this receptor.

via Medical Xpress|

#autoimmune-conditions #cancer #cell-receptor

medical-research2 years ago•1 min saved

Revolutionary Therapies: CAR T-Cell and Stem Cell Treatments Show Promise in Autoimmune Diseases

CD19-targeting CAR T-cell therapy shows promise in treating refractory antisynthetase syndrome, as demonstrated in a case study. A 41-year-old male patient with progressive myositis and interstitial lung disease received CD19-targeting CAR T cells after failing to respond to available therapies. After 8 months, there were no signs of myositis on MRI, and the patient's overall condition improved. B-cell counts initially decreased but eventually recovered. This study suggests that CAR T-cell therapy could be a safe and effective treatment option for refractory antisynthetase syndrome.

via Medscape|

#antisynthetase-syndrome #autoimmune-conditions #car-t-cell-therapy