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Acute Acalculous Cholecystitis as the First Manifestation of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus in a Young Man: A Case Report and Review of Literature

Clinical Case Reports, Volume 14, Issue 2, February 2026.
ABSTRACT Acute acalculous cholecystitis can rarely be the initial manifestation of systemic lupus erythematosus. Awareness of this atypical presentation is essential to avoid unnecessary surgical intervention. Prompt recognition and initiation of immunosuppressive therapy may resolve symptoms and help establish the correct underlying diagnosis.
Mohammad Mehdi Shadravan, Arman Ahmadzadeh, Ilad Alavi Darazam, Shahriar Nikpour, Maryam Haghighi Morad, Farid Javandoust Gharebagh, Sadaf Mahmoodkalaye, Setareh Mahmoodi, Legha Lotfollahi   +8 more
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Epidemiology of Oral Candida Infection among People Living With HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) in Bida, Niger State, Nigeria.

Sokoto Journal of Medical Laboratory Science, 2017
Oropharyngeal candidiasis is a common occurrence in the course of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) disease progression and it is predictive of immunosuppression.
Emumwen Ehiosu Favour, Ogefere Helen Oroboghae, Omosigho Omoruyi Pius*, Emumwen Evbaziegbere Gidion
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A Rare Case of Esophageal Fordyce Spots (EFS) or Ectopic Esophageal Sebaceous Glands (EESG)

Clinical Case Reports, Volume 14, Issue 2, February 2026.
ABSTRACT Ectopic esophageal sebaceous glands are rare, benign lesions that may mimic more serious pathology. Recognition of this condition can prevent unnecessary interventions, guide management focused on symptom control, and provide reassurance to patients.
Shreya Bollu, Sugandha Bollu, Srikrishna Bollu, Amy Yeung, Elizabeth Eapen, Metin Taskin, Janardhan Bollu, Sita Chokhavatia   +7 more
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STAT3‐Mutated Hyper‐IgE Syndrome With Retroperitoneal Abscess in Adolescence

Clinical Case Reports, Volume 14, Issue 2, February 2026.
ABSTRACT Hyperimmunoglobulin E syndrome (HIES) is a rare primary immunodeficiency disorder characterized by eczema, recurrent staphylococcal infections, and significantly elevated serum IgE levels. An 18‐year‐old female presented with acute abdominal pain and was diagnosed with a retroperitoneal abscess.
Hiroaki Sugiyama, Yousuke Higuchi, Shintaro Fujiwara, Koki Aya, Wataru Mukai, Takafumi Goto   +5 more
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Oral candidiasis as a clinical marker of highly active antiretroviral treatment failure in HIV-infected patients

Infectio
Introduction: Oral candidiasis is an opportunistic infection that is readily detectable in the clinic. It has been used to assess the immune status of HIV patients as well as the effectiveness of highly active antiretroviral therapy.
Sandra Lopez-Verdin, Amalia Torrecilla-Ramirez, Ana Cristina Horta-Sandoval, Jaime Federico Andrade-Villanueva, Ronell Bologna-Molina   +4 more
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Synergistic Antifungal Effects of Honokiol and Fluconazole Against Oral Candida: Implications for Managing Drug‐Resistant Infections

Clinical and Experimental Dental Research, Volume 12, Issue 1, February 2026.
ABSTRACT Objectives Antifungal drug resistance poses a major challenge in treating oral Candida infections. This study aimed to evaluate the antifungal activity of Honokiol, alone and combined with Fluconazole, against oral Candida isolates, and to investigate its mechanism of action via ergosterol biosynthesis inhibition and cell wall disruption ...
Maribasappa Karched, Mohammad Irshad, Jawad M. Behbehani   +2 more
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Functional and Organic Foods in Enhancing the Oral and Dental Health and Hygiene—A Comprehensive Review

Food Science &Nutrition, Volume 14, Issue 2, February 2026.
Functional and organic foods contain effective and bioactive compositions. Organic foods and foods enriched with phytochemicals provide promising oral health. Functional foods and beverages in the diet can control and treat oral illnesses ABSTRACT Maintaining oral and dental hygiene, it is significantly related to individuals' quality of life as well ...
Elahe Aleebrahim‐Dehkordi, Ahmad Sheibaninia, Abdolah Ghasemi Pirbalouti   +2 more
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Navigating the Complexities of Pemphigus Vulgaris: A Comprehensive Iranian Study

Immunity, Inflammation and Disease, Volume 14, Issue 2, February 2026.
We conducted a cross‐sectional analysis of 63 patients diagnosed with pemphigus vulgaris, confirmed by biopsy. Information was collected via telephone interviews. The research aimed to assess the demographic characteristics, initial symptoms, diagnosis delays, and treatment outcomes of the participants.
Delaram Moosavi, Seyed Mohammad Mahdi Khadem, Afsaneh Sadeghzadeh Bazargan, Kambiz Kamyab Hesari, Mehrnaz Azh, Hamed Zarei Sharif, Nasrin Shayanfar, Azadeh Goodarzi   +7 more
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KONSENTRASI HAMBAT MINIMUM DAN BUNUH MINIMUM EKSTRAK ETANOL RIMPANG KENCUR (KAEMPFERIA GALANGA L.) TERHADAP PERTUMBUHAN CANDIDA ALBICANS [PDF]

, 2018
ABSTRAKNama: Athia FahraniFakultas: Kedokteran GigiProgram Studi : Pendidikan dokter GigiJudul:Konsentrasi Hambat Minimum (KHM) dan Bunuh Minimum (KBM) Ekstrak Etanol Rimpang Kencur (Kaempferia galanga L.) Terhadap Pertumbuhan Candida albicans ...
ATHIA FAHRANI
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The role of hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal (HPA)-like axis in inflammatory pilosebaceous disorders [PDF]

, 2020
Skin is the largest peripheral endocrine organ and functions as a hormone target and endocrine gland. A cutaneous hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal (HPA)-like axis enables the skin to respond to stress and regulates its steroidogenic activity.
Clark, Ashley K, Saric-Bosanac, Suzana, Shi, Vivian Y, Sivamani, Raja K   +3 more
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