Disease: rheumatoid arthritis

Life-threatening airway stenosis due to Scedosporium infection during nontuberculous mycobacteria treatment: A case report

A 73-year-old woman with arthritis treated with immunosuppressive drugs and a lung infection developed a life-threatening narrowing of her airway caused by a rare fungal infection called Scedosporium apiospermum. Doctors used a combination of emergency measures including a breathing support machine, insertion of a special tube to keep the airway open, and strong antifungal medication to treat the infection. After six months of treatment, the fungal infection was completely gone and the special airway tube was successfully removed, allowing normal healing.

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Safe and Effective Antioxidant: The Biological Mechanism and Potential Pathways of Ergothioneine in the Skin

Ergothioneine is a natural compound found in certain fungi and bacteria that acts like a powerful antioxidant in the body. When applied to skin, it can protect against damage from sun exposure and environmental pollution, reduce signs of aging, and help calm inflammation. It’s particularly special because it automatically travels to damaged areas in the skin where it’s needed most, making it an efficient and targeted treatment ingredient for cosmetics.

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