Pulmonary sarcoidosis is a lung disease characterized by granulomas-tiny clumps of immune cells that form in response to inflammation. It’s the most inflammatory of the interstitial lung diseases (ILDs), a family of conditions that all involve some level of inflammation and fibrosis, or scarring, of the lungs. In the U.S., pulmonary sarcoidosis affects around 200,000 … Read more
A recent study published in Engineering has shed new light on the mechanisms underlying the metastasis of head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). The research identified enolase 2 (ENO2), a crucial glycolytic enzyme, as a significant factor associated with lymphatic metastasis in HNSCC. HNSCC is an aggressive cancer with a relatively low 5-year overall survival … Read more
Roughly 200 million women around the world suffer from endometriosis, a condition that causes tissue from the lining of the uterus to grow in places outside of the uterus. The condition can be exceptionally painful and contributes to infertility. Endometriosis is as common as Type 2 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and migraines in the U.S., although … Read more
A study unveils a newly constructed immune map, highlighting the distinct immune infiltrate patterns in pancreatic tumors. These findings could pave the way for tailored immunotherapies and improved treatment strategies for pancreatic cancer patients. Study: Distinct Immune Cell Infiltration Patterns in Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma (PDAC) Exhibit Divergent Immune Cell Selection and Immunosuppressive Mechanisms. Image Credit: Shutterstock AI … Read more
A new study reveals that even low-dose, chronic exposure to air pollution can trigger liver inflammation, fibrosis, and metabolic disruptions, increasing the risk of fatty liver disease and other hepatic disorders. Study: Mouse study demonstrates liver damage from low-level PM2.5 exposure. Image Credit: Shutterstock AI Generator / Shuttersotck.com A recent study published in the Journal of … Read more