Macrophages are like the body's cleanup crew. They rush to the scene of a stroke to help. But sometimes, they make things worse. They release tiny bubbles called exosomes that can mess with the brain's blood vessels. This is part of what happens in a condition called cerebral ischemia-reperfusion in
Henry Cejudo's recent loss at UFC Seattle has sparked conversations about his future in the sport. After a tough fight, Cejudo lost to Song Yadong due to a technical decision. The fight took a turn when Cejudo suffered a severe eye poke, which affected his vision in the third round. The referee had
Oxygen is essential for life, but too much of it can be harmful. This is especially true when it comes to supplemental oxygen therapy. In cases like bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) in premature babies and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) in adults, too much oxygen can lead to lung injury.
A genetic condition called familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) messes with how the body handles cholesterol. This leads to a lifelong increase in low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels in the blood. This condition is known to cause tendon injuries and mess with how tendons work mechanically
Meprin β, a type of metalloprotease, has been linked to kidney damage caused by ischemia/reperfusion (IR). This process happens when blood flow is cut off and then restored to an organ, leading to tissue damage. Meprin β chops up various molecules that control cell death and the breakdown of the tis
Diabetes is notorious for causing trouble in the blood vessels, and the root of this problem is damage to the endothelial cells that line these vessels. Scientists have been curious about a substance called apelin, which seems to have a positive effect on the heart and blood vessels. The big questio
First, let's talk about the liver. It's a pretty important organ, right? It helps filter out toxins and keeps our bodies running smoothly. But sometimes, it can get damaged. This can happen due to things like carbon tetrachloride, a nasty chemical that can cause serious liver injury. Enter Kehuang c
The Lakers' new star, Luka Dončić, made a splash as he joined his new team and played against the Utah Jazz. Although it was his first game with the Lakers, he sparked high excitement among the fans. Playing well with LeBron James and other team members, he is graded 14 points scoring five rebound
Cartilage in joints like knees can get damaged easily, and unlike other parts of the body, it doesn't fix itself. This is a big problem, especially for athletes, people with injuries, and those suffering from conditions like osteoarthritis. Traditionally, treating cartilage damage has been tricky. I
In an anticipated UEFA Champions League match-up, the two teams unite in Manchester this week. Specialist Fx Ground shapeshifter Pep's team away with a squad that has been labelled "flavored with pots of talent mixed variety" of options Per split team. Pep struggling to pick his ideal star
