Kefir has the potential to affect the gastrointestinal and oral microbial ecosystem, but there is insufficient evidence to support the concept strongly, as was found in the most recently published…
Each year, 11 million people worldwide develop tuberculosis, and about 1.4 million die from it. Meningitis occurs in 1–2% of patients and is the most severe complication of tuberculosis, arising…
Taiwan: Analysis of national data from Taiwan shows that hydroxychloroquine (HCQ), despite known long-term risks such as retinopathy, remains a cornerstone of lupus treatment. In patients with systemic lupus erythematosus…
A major pooled analysis published in JAMA has shown that sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors deliver consistent kidney and cardiovascular benefits across different patient groups—irrespective of diabetes status or baseline…
Egypt: Women with irregular menstrual cycles may face significantly higher risks of cardiovascular and metabolic disorders, a recent meta-analysis published in the European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive…
Researchers have found in a new study that an RCT showed moderate to large improvements in all OHIP-14 domains after root canal treatment (RCT). Before treatment, factors such as female…
Turkey: A pilot study published in BMC Ophthalmology suggests that a gamified, app-based multimodal visual therapy may offer meaningful benefits for children with anisometropic amblyopia that extend beyond improvements in…
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French Guiana: A rare but clinically important adverse reaction linked to ethambutol has been highlighted in a new case report published in the American Journal of Case Reports, drawing attention…
Clascoterone 5% topical solution, an anti-androgen that targets the hair follicle androgen receptor without measurable systemic absorption, demonstrated significant hair regrowth in male pattern hair loss. Topline 6-month data showed…