inflammation

A newly published case report describes treating refractory radiation proctitis, chronic rectal inflammation caused by prior radiotherapy, with a sequential approach combining microbiota modulation and nutrition therapy. Radiation proctitis is often resistant to standard treatment, so any reported success with alternative regimens draws attention from gastroenterologists and oncologists looking for options for difficult patients.

A researcher at Augusta University's IMMCG has published a new review examining how neutrophils, a type of white blood cell, shift their behavior in chameleon-like ways. The work highlights the versatility of these immune cells, which can adapt to different roles in infection and inflammation. The findings are being shared through the university's news outlets.

A new evidence map summarising research on skull bone channel biology has been released, consolidating what is known about tiny channels within skull bone and their possible role in immune response and inflammation after brain injury. The figure accompanies a science news release, and researchers say it helps clarify which findings are well supported and where more study is needed.

A newly published review examines how traditional Chinese medicine may treat inflammatory bowel disease by targeting the Wnt/β-catenin signalling pathway, a key regulator of intestinal inflammation and repair. The paper outlines the proposed mechanisms of herbal compounds on this pathway and discusses the challenges that remain, including limited clinical evidence and the complexity of the signalling system, before such therapies can enter mainstream use.