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December 2014 in “The journal of allergy and clinical immunology/Journal of allergy and clinical immunology/The journal of allergy and clinical immunology” A deficiency in the TTC7A gene causes immune problems, gut issues, and hair loss.
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September 1992 in “The Lancet” ICL is a condition with low CD4+ T cells like AIDS but not caused by HIV, and normal CD4+ T cell counts may vary between men and women.
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September 2022 in “F1000Research” A 56-year-old man with no prior history of conditions typically associated with digital gangrene presented with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and digital gangrene as one of the initial symptoms. He exhibited joint pain, hair loss, photosensitivity, mouth ulcers, malar rash, dyspnea, and digital pain. Laboratory tests showed lymphocytopenia and elevated C-reactive protein, with positive antinuclear antibodies. Despite initial treatment with hydroxychloroquine, methylprednisolone, cyclophosphamide, and calcium blockers, the lesions did not improve. However, after two infusions of rituximab, there was a significant improvement in vasculitis lesions and partial improvement in dyspnea. This case highlights digital gangrene as a rare primary manifestation of late-onset SLE.
August 2022 in “F1000Research” A 56-year-old man with no prior risk factors presented with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and digital gangrene as initial symptoms. He exhibited joint pain, hair loss, photosensitivity, mouth ulcers, malar rash, dyspnea, and digital pain. Laboratory tests showed lymphocytopenia and elevated C-reactive protein, with positive antinuclear antibodies. Pulmonary tests indicated fibrosis and restrictive disease. Despite initial treatment with hydroxychloroquine, methylprednisolone, cyclophosphamide, and calcium blockers, the lesions persisted. Rituximab infusions led to significant improvement in vasculitis lesions and partial relief of dyspnea. This case highlights digital gangrene as a rare primary manifestation of late-onset SLE.
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August 1981 in “JAMA” Toxic Shock Syndrome mainly affects menstruating women, can recur, and is linked to staph bacteria, with rapid treatment being crucial.