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Successful management of Lomentospora prolificans septic arthritis and osteomyelitis in an immunocompetent child: A case report

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A 3-year-old boy developed a serious fungal bone and joint infection caused by Lomentospora prolificans after surgery to fix a broken elbow. This fungus is extremely resistant to most antifungal medications. The infection was successfully treated using multiple approaches: aggressive surgical cleaning, several different antifungal drugs used together, special antibiotic-loaded bone cement, and antiseptic rinses. After two months of intensive treatment, the infection cleared and the child’s arm was saved from amputation.

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Specific Foods Associated with Depressive Symptoms among Young Adults and Their Bioactive Effects

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This research examined how specific everyday foods like milk, eggs, bananas, oranges, sweet potatoes, mushrooms, and kimchi may help reduce depression symptoms in young adults. The study found that people eating more of these foods had significantly lower rates of depression. These foods contain natural compounds like vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that support brain health and mood regulation. While more research is needed, the findings suggest that dietary choices could be an important part of managing depression.

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Successful management of Lomentospora prolificans septic arthritis and osteomyelitis in an immunocompetent child: A case report

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A 3-year-old healthy child developed a serious fungal bone and joint infection in the elbow after surgery to repair a broken arm bone. The fungus, called Lomentospora prolificans, is extremely resistant to most medications and can lead to limb amputation. Doctors saved the child’s arm by combining multiple approaches: repeated surgeries to clean out infected tissue, three different antifungal medications taken together, special antibiotic-loaded bone cement placed in the elbow, and antiseptic wound washing. After six months of treatment, the infection was cured and the child could use their arm again.

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