Medicinal – Page 147

Deep Fungal Infection of the Skin with Two Rare Fungi in a Dog Being Treated with Immunosuppressant Therapy: A Case Report

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A dog being treated for brain inflammation with immune-suppressing drugs developed a serious skin infection caused by two unusual fungi not previously reported together in veterinary medicine. The infection proved difficult to diagnose, requiring tissue samples and specialized laboratory testing to identify the fungi and determine which antifungal drugs would work best. Despite treatment with antifungal medications and reducing the immunosuppressive drugs, the infection did not improve and the dog’s underlying condition worsened, ultimately requiring euthanasia. This case shows the serious risks of fungal infections in animals on long-term immunosuppressive therapy and highlights the need for careful monitoring and early detection.

Evaluation of Salvia yangii Extract as a Promising Protective Raw Material Applied Topically to the Skin

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Russian Sage (Salvia yangii) extract shows promise as a natural ingredient for skincare products. The study found that the plant contains compounds like rosmarinic acid that provide antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-aging benefits. When used at appropriate concentrations, the extract protected skin cells from sun damage and helped inhibit enzymes that break down skin collagen. This research supports the use of S. yangii in developing safer, more effective natural cosmetic products.

Transcriptional programs mediating neuronal toxicity and altered glial–neuronal signaling in a Drosophila knock-in tauopathy model

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Researchers created a fruit fly model of frontotemporal dementia by editing the tau gene to match a human disease mutation. Using advanced genetic sequencing technology, they analyzed how this mutation affects brain cells, discovering that it disrupts communication between nerve cells and support cells called glia. The study reveals multiple pathways that could be targeted with future treatments to combat this devastating brain disease.

PTP1B deficiency in myeloid cells increases susceptibility to Candida albicans systemic infection by modulating antifungal immunity

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This research shows that a protein called PTP1B plays an important role in protecting the body against dangerous yeast infections caused by Candida albicans. When this protein is missing from immune cells, mice become much more susceptible to severe fungal infections. The study found that PTP1B helps immune cells called macrophages and neutrophils kill fungi effectively, and when it’s absent, these immune cells work poorly. This discovery suggests that targeting PTP1B could be a new way to help patients fight off serious fungal infections.

Cell Wall-Mediated Antifungal Activity of the Aqueous Extract of Hedera helix L. Leaves Against Diplodia corticola

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Scientists discovered that extract from ivy leaves can effectively kill a fungus called Diplodia corticola that damages cork oak trees. The extract works by damaging the fungus’s protective cell wall rather than interfering with its internal chemistry. This natural alternative to chemical fungicides could help protect cork production worldwide while being safer for human health and the environment.

Essential Oils as an Antifungal Alternative to Control Several Species of Fungi Isolated from Musa paradisiaca: Part II

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Bananas often develop fungal infections during storage that reduce their quality. Researchers tested whether essential oils from common herbs and spices like cinnamon, clove, and oregano could prevent these fungal infections. The study found that cinnamon, clove, and oregano oils effectively stopped fungal growth at higher concentrations, offering a natural alternative to chemical fungicides that could help keep bananas fresh longer without synthetic chemicals.

Brazilian task force for the management of mucormycosis

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Mucormycosis is a rare but deadly fungal infection that has been increasingly reported in Brazil, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. This Brazilian medical task force developed practical guidelines for diagnosing and treating this serious infection, which primarily affects people with uncontrolled diabetes or weakened immune systems. The key to survival is early diagnosis combined with aggressive surgery and specific antifungal medications, along with controlling blood sugar and immune system suppression.

Optimized Extraction of Bioactive Polysaccharides from Wild Mushrooms: Toward Enhanced Yield and Antioxidant Activity

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Scientists optimized how to extract healthy compounds called polysaccharides from three wild mushroom species found in European forests. Using hot water extraction with carefully controlled temperature, time, and water amounts, they found that each mushroom type had different optimal conditions for getting the most beneficial compounds. The extracted polysaccharides showed strong antioxidant properties and could be used to develop new functional foods or supplements.

Pan-genomic characterization and structural variant analysis reveal insights into spore development and species diversity in Ganoderma

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Researchers completed the first comprehensive genome study of 15 Ganoderma (Lingzhi/Reishi) varieties, including five new Chinese strains. They discovered that specific genetic changes in the MSH4 gene dramatically increase spore production in one superior strain. These findings help explain why different Ganoderma varieties have different medicinal properties and can guide breeding of better medicinal mushroom varieties.

Centesimal Composition, Bioactive Compounds, Antioxidant and α-Glucosidase Inhibitory Activities of Commercial Edible Oyster Mushrooms at Different Maturity Stages in Northern Thailand

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This study examined how oyster mushrooms change nutritionally and chemically as they mature from young to fully grown. Researchers found that while mature mushrooms have more overall nutrients and starch-like compounds, younger middle-stage mushrooms have higher levels of beneficial antioxidant compounds and special substances that may help manage blood sugar. The findings suggest that when and how you harvest mushrooms matters for what health benefits they provide, helping farmers and food makers decide when to pick mushrooms based on what they want to produce.

Research Topic: Medicinal