Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is becoming increasingly prevalent worldwide, especially in people with obesity, dyslipidemia, type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), and metabolic syndrome. Weight loss and dietary modifications are established first-line treatments for NAFLD. Currently, there is no approved drug for NAFLD; however, pioglitazone and vitamin E have shown some beneficial effects.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAutism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological deficit in brain functions that prevents a child from having a normal social life like his peers. It results in the inability to interact and communicate with others. Unsurprisingly, the alarming increase in screen-time exposure in children has become even more of a concern.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFSteroids are commonly used in children for the treatment of various medical conditions. However, systemic steroids can lead to the development of ocular hypertension (OHT), an increase in intraocular pressure. Limited literature is available on the systemic route of steroid administration in children and the development of this side effect.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAcute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM) is a rare autoimmune demyelinating disorder that primarily affects the central nervous system (CNS). It is characterized by an acute inflammatory response targeting the myelin sheath surrounding nerve fibers in the brain and spinal cord. The exact mechanism of ADEM is not fully understood, but it is believed to involve an abnormal immune response that leads to the activation of immune cells and subsequent inflammation within the CNS.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFColorectal cancer (CRC) is a major global health concern, accounting for significant cancer-related morbidity and mortality worldwide. Despite advancements in early detection and treatment modalities, the prevention of CRC remains a critical goal. Cyclo-oxygenase-2 (COX-2) is an inducible enzyme involved in the production of pro-inflammatory prostaglandins, which play a crucial role in various cellular processes, including inflammation, cell proliferation, apoptosis, and angiogenesis.
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