Publications by authors named "Long-Nian Li"

Background: Eccrine porocarcinoma (EPC) is a rare skin tumor that mainly affects the elderly population. Tumors often present with slow growth and a good prognosis. EPCs are usually distinguished from other skin tumors using histopathology and immunohistochemistry.

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Background: We report on a large family of Chinese Han individuals with hidrotic ectodermal dysplasia (HED) with a variation in (c.31G>A). The patients in the family had a triad of clinical manifestations of varying degrees.

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Background: Gitelman syndrome (GS) is a rare inherited autosomal recessive tubulopathy, characterized clinically by hypokalemia, hypomagnesemia, hypocalciuria, and metabolic alkalosis, and is caused by an inactivating mutation in . GS is prone to misdiagnosis when occurring simultaneously with hyperthyroidism. It is important to consider the possibility of other diseases when hyperthyroidism is combined with hypokalemia, which is difficult to correct.

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  • Ant venom can cause serious allergic reactions, primarily through biologically active components that may lead to symptoms like anaphylaxis, eosinophil recruitment, and Th2 cytokine production.* -
  • A case involving a 70-year-old man illustrates severe reactions from ant bites, leading to hospitalization due to symptoms like pustules, fever, and psychological disturbances, necessitating extensive treatment.* -
  • After appropriate medical intervention, including corticosteroids and antihistamines, the patient improved significantly, highlighting the potential dangers of ant stings and the need for prompt treatment.*
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