Scientists identify a new approach to treating sarcoidosis
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 Scientists identify a new approach to treating sarcoidosisScientists identify a new approach to treating sarcoidosis
 
A research team led by Georg Stary (Medical University of Vienna and CeMM) has identified a new approach to treating the inflammatory disease sarcoidosis.
 
 
 Study uncovers significant association between cereal fiber intake and reduced rheumatoid arthritis prevalenceStudy uncovers significant association between cereal fiber intake and reduced rheumatoid arthritis prevalence
 
Researchers investigated the association between dietary fiber and the risk of rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
 
   Updated recommendations for management of people with hip and knee osteoarthritisUpdated recommendations for management of people with hip and knee osteoarthritis
 
OA affects over 500 million people worldwide. The disease is age related, and usually starts to affect people in middle age.
 
   Mechanotherapy: Exploiting mechanobiology for tissue rehabilitation and regenerationMechanotherapy: Exploiting mechanobiology for tissue rehabilitation and regeneration
 
Mechanotherapy is an umbrella term for non-conventional physical therapy modalities that exploit mechanobiology principles for tissue rehabilitation and regeneration of tissues. It acts via the application of tailored mechanical forces.
 
   Metabolic syndrome linked to higher osteoarthritis risk, UK Biobank study findsMetabolic syndrome linked to higher osteoarthritis risk, UK Biobank study finds
 
The association between metabolic syndrome (MetS) and the risk of osteoarthritis (OA).
 
 Study finds no fertility decline in men with inflammatory joint disease
 
Study finds no fertility decline in men with inflammatory joint diseaseMen with inflammatory joint disease, such as rheumatoid arthritis, are less likely to be childless and have more children than their healthy peers, suggests research published online in the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases.
 
 
 New study illuminates the genetics of thumb arthritis treatment
 
New study illuminates the genetics of thumb arthritis treatmentRhizarthrosis, also known as trapeziometacarpal osteoarthritis, is a type of osteoarthritis that affects the thumb, and treatments range from splints to surgery.
 
 
 Study shows nuanced pregnancy outcomes for pregnant individuals with autoimmune disease
 
Study shows nuanced pregnancy outcomes for pregnant individuals with autoimmune diseaseFor many aspiring mothers with autoimmune disease, pregnancy can be daunting and full of unknowns. In some cases, those suffering from specific autoimmune conditions have chosen to forego pregnancy altogether due to concerns about their disease treatments and adverse pregnancy outcomes.
 
 
 Xist lncRNA identified as key trigger in female-biased autoimmune diseases
 
Xist lncRNA identified as key trigger in female-biased autoimmune diseasesResearchers uncover that the Xist ribonucleoprotein complex, unique to females, is a key driver of sex-biased autoimmunity, offering new insights into autoimmune disorders' higher prevalence in women.
 
 
 Exploring cell types and their applications in research
 
Exploring cell types and their applications in researchThis article explores the different cell types that can be used in research from oncology to autoimmune.