Publications by authors named "H MAJIMA"

D-dimer, a byproduct of cross-linked fibrin degradation, arises during the fibrinolysis process, breaking down blood clots in circulation. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to synthesize evidence of D-dimer alteration in people with malaria, including variations in disease severity. The systematic review was registered in PROSPERO with registration number CRD42024528245.

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Korth. Havil (MS) has a traditional use in relieving pain, managing hypertension, treating cough, and diarrhea, and as a morphine substitute in addiction recovery. Its potential in addressing Alzheimer's disease (AD), a neurodegenerative condition with no effective treatments, is under investigation.

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Article Synopsis
  • The review focuses on prevention and treatment strategies for COVID-19, highlighting the role of SARS-CoV-2 mutations in creating variants that evade immunity and some antiviral resistance.
  • It identifies 150 natural metabolites and botanical drug-derived bioactive molecules that may offer more effective and less toxic alternatives for COVID-19 treatment, including Thai and Chinese traditional medicine approvals.
  • The text emphasizes the impact of long COVID on about 10% of patients and suggests that botanical adjuvants, including vitamin C and E, might help alleviate symptoms and reduce the risk of long COVID progression.
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Malaria has complex interactions with host physiology, including alterations in cortisol levels. Cortisol, a key hormone in the stress response, is known to be dysregulated in various infectious diseases. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to elucidate the relationship between Plasmodium infection and cortisol levels, shedding light on the intricate interplay between the parasite and the host's endocrine system.

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