Hangovers from alcohol consumption cause symptoms like headaches, nausea, and fatigue, disrupting daily activities and overall well-being. Over time, they can also lead to inflammation and oxidative stress. Effective hangover relief alleviates symptoms, prevents dehydration, and replenishes energy needed for daily tasks. Natural foods considered high in antioxidants and antiinflammatory properties may aid in the hepatic breakdown of alcohol. The study aims to investigate the impact of glutathione or its enriched yeast extract, which is recognized for its antioxidant characteristics, on alcohol metabolism and alleviating hangovers in a rat model exposed to binge drinking. In this study, glutathione and its enriched yeast extract controlled hangover behaviour patterns, including locomotor activity. Additionally, it enhanced the activities of alcohol dehydrogenase (ADH) and aldehyde dehydrogenase (ALDH) following ethanol ingestion (3 g/kg). Further, the incorporation of glutathione led to an increase in the expression of antioxidant enzymes, such as SOD and catalase, by activating the nuclear erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) signaling pathway.This activation reduced the excessive production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and malondialdehyde. Next, glutathione modulated the activity of cytochrome P450 2E1 (CYP2E1) and the protein expressions of Bax and Bcl2. Besides, in vitro and in vivo investigations with glutathione demonstrated a regulating effect on the pan-s-glutathionylation and its associated protein expression, glutaredoxin 1 (Grx1), glutathione-S-transferase Pi (GST-π), and glutathione reductase (GR). Together, these findings suggest that glutathione or its enriched yeast extract as a beneficial dietary supplement for alleviating hangover symptoms by enhancing alcohol metabolism and its associated Nrf2/Keap1 signalings.

Hangovers from alcohol consumption cause symptoms like headaches, nausea, and fatigue, disrupting daily activities and overall well-being. Over time, they can also lead to inflammation and oxidative stress. Effective hangover relief alleviates symptoms, prevents dehydration, and replenishes energy needed for daily tasks. Natural foods considered high in antioxidants and antiinflammatory properties may aid in the hepatic breakdown of alcohol. The study aims to investigate the impact of glutathione or its enriched yeast extract, which is recognized for its antioxidant characteristics, on alcohol metabolism and alleviating hangovers in a rat model exposed to binge drinking. In this study, glutathione and its enriched yeast extract controlled hangover behaviour patterns, including locomotor activity. Additionally, it enhanced the activities of alcohol dehydrogenase (ADH) and aldehyde dehydrogenase (ALDH) following ethanol ingestion (3 g/kg). Further, the incorporation of glutathione led to an increase in the expression of antioxidant enzymes, such as SOD and catalase, by activating the nuclear erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) signaling pathway.This activation reduced the excessive production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and malondialdehyde. Next, glutathione modulated the activity of cytochrome P450 2E1 (CYP2E1) and the protein expressions of Bax and Bcl2. Besides, in vitro and in vivo investigations with glutathione demonstrated a regulating effect on the pan-s-glutathionylation and its associated protein expression, glutaredoxin 1 (Grx1), glutathione-S-transferase Pi (GST-π), and glutathione reductase (GR). Together, these findings suggest that glutathione or its enriched yeast extract as a beneficial dietary supplement for alleviating hangover symptoms by enhancing alcohol metabolism and its associated Nrf2/Keap1 signalings.

Hangovers from alcohol consumption cause symptoms like headaches, nausea, and fatigue, disrupting daily activities and overall well-being. Over time, they can also lead to inflammation and oxidative stress. Effective hangover relief alleviates symptoms, prevents dehydration, and replenishes energy needed for daily tasks. Natural foods considered high in antioxidants and antiinflammatory properties may aid in the hepatic breakdown of alcohol. The study aims to investigate the impact of glutathione or its enriched yeast extract, which is recognized for its antioxidant characteristics, on alcohol metabolism and alleviating hangovers in a rat model exposed to binge drinking. In this study, glutathione and its enriched yeast extract controlled hangover behaviour patterns, including locomotor activity. Additionally, it enhanced the activities of alcohol dehydrogenase (ADH) and aldehyde dehydrogenase (ALDH) following ethanol ingestion (3 g/kg). Further, the incorporation of glutathione led to an increase in the expression of antioxidant enzymes, such as SOD and catalase, by activating the nuclear erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) signaling pathway.This activation reduced the excessive production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and malondialdehyde. Next, glutathione modulated the activity of cytochrome P450 2E1 (CYP2E1) and the protein expressions of Bax and Bcl2. Besides, in vitro and in vivo investigations with glutathione demonstrated a regulating effect on the pan-s-glutathionylation and its associated protein expression, glutaredoxin 1 (Grx1), glutathione-S-transferase Pi (GST-π), and glutathione reductase (GR). Together, these findings suggest that glutathione or its enriched yeast extract as a beneficial dietary supplement for alleviating hangover symptoms by enhancing alcohol metabolism and its associated Nrf2/Keap1 signalings.

Fetal lower urinary tract obstruction (LUTO) is a congenital condition in which the bladder fails to excrete urine through the urethra. The primary goal of prenatal treatment for LUTO is the prevention of renal impairment and pulmonary hypoplasia. Vesico-amniotic shunt (VAS) has been the fetal intervention of choice; however, VAS has some limitations, including excretion of urine through an unphysiologic bypass and the need for postnatal corrective reoperation. In this study, we present a novel fetal intervention, a “retro-cystoscopic urethral approach,” performed on a male fetus at 20 weeks gestation diagnosed with enlarged bladder and bilateral hydronephrosis. This approach aims to dilate the narrowed urethra by inserting a urinary catheter using guidewire through a fetal cysto scope. The whole procedure was monitored under real-time ultrasonographic guidance. Despite prenatal intervention, the fetus required multiple cystocenteses, and the bladder dilation persisted.Postnatally, he was diagnosed with megacystis microcolon intestinal hypoperistalsis syndrome, a non-obstructive condition which is relatively rare in male infants. Our case emphasizes the compl exity of diagnosing LUTO during the prenatal period. Further studies exploring novel prenatal interven tions should pay more attention to candidate selection. Additionally, a thorough evaluation of organ systems beyond the urinary tract is necessary.

Fetal lower urinary tract obstruction (LUTO) is a congenital condition in which the bladder fails to excrete urine through the urethra. The primary goal of prenatal treatment for LUTO is the prevention of renal impairment and pulmonary hypoplasia. Vesico-amniotic shunt (VAS) has been the fetal intervention of choice; however, VAS has some limitations, including excretion of urine through an unphysiologic bypass and the need for postnatal corrective reoperation. In this study, we present a novel fetal intervention, a “retro-cystoscopic urethral approach,” performed on a male fetus at 20 weeks gestation diagnosed with enlarged bladder and bilateral hydronephrosis. This approach aims to dilate the narrowed urethra by inserting a urinary catheter using guidewire through a fetal cysto scope. The whole procedure was monitored under real-time ultrasonographic guidance. Despite prenatal intervention, the fetus required multiple cystocenteses, and the bladder dilation persisted.Postnatally, he was diagnosed with megacystis microcolon intestinal hypoperistalsis syndrome, a non-obstructive condition which is relatively rare in male infants. Our case emphasizes the compl exity of diagnosing LUTO during the prenatal period. Further studies exploring novel prenatal interven tions should pay more attention to candidate selection. Additionally, a thorough evaluation of organ systems beyond the urinary tract is necessary.

Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the long-term prognosis of patients with gastric mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT) lymphoma, including overall survival (OS), remission, and factors associated with an aggressive disease course. Materials and Methods: Medical records of 153 patients diagnosed with gastric MALT lymphoma between 2013 and 2020 were retrospectively reviewed. Patients experiencing relapse, progression, high-grade transformation, or residual diseasewere included in the aggressive group and were compared with those in the indolent group. Additionally, the endoscopic findings of Helicobacter pylori-negative patients were reviewed. Results: Patient characteristics were as follows: mean age (56.9±11.2 years), sex (male, 51.0%), H. pylori infection (positive, 79.7%), endoscopic location (distal, 89.5%), endoscopic feature (superficial, 89.5%), clinical stage (stage I, 92.8%), invasion depth by endoscopic ultrasound (mucosa, n=115, 75.7%), and bone marrow result (no involvement, n=77, 100.0%). The median follow-up period was 59 months (mean, 61; range, 36–124) and the continuous remission period (n=149) was 51 months (mean, 50; range, 3–112). The 5-year survival rate was 97.7% while the 5-year continuous remission was 88.3%. Factors associated with the patients in the aggressive group were old age, sex(male), and clinical stage II or higher. H. pylori-negative patients’ endoscopy revealed a high incidence of atrophic gastritis in the antrum. Conclusions The long-term prognosis of gastric MALT lymphoma appears indolent and is indicated by the 5-year OS and continuous remission rates. Aggressive disease courses are associated with old age, sex (male), and clinical stage II or higher, but are not related to OS.

Background: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination is effective in preventing the disease transmission and progression. However, the relatively mild disease course of the omicron variant and the decrease in antibodies over time after vaccination raise questions about the effectiveness of vaccination, especially in young people. We compared the prevalence of pneumonia and chest X-ray severity score according to vaccination status among patients < 50 years old with COVID-19. Methods: From January 17 to March 17, 2022, 579 patients with COVID-19, who were < 50 years old and had a known vaccination history in our institution, were all included in this study. All patients underwent initial chest radiography, and follow-up chest radiographs were obtained every two days until discharge. Pneumonia was scored from the radiographs using the Brixia scoring system. The scores of the six lung zones were added for a total score ranging from 0 to 18. Patients were divided into four groups according to 10-year age intervals. Differences between groups were analyzed using the χ2 or Fisher’s exact tests for categorical variables and the Kruskal–Wallis test or analysis of variance for continuous variables. Results: Among patients aged 12–19 years, the prevalence of pneumonia did not differ depending on vaccination status (non-vaccinated vs. vaccinated, 1/47 [2.1%] vs. 1/18 [5.6%]; P = 0.577).Among patients in their 20s, the prevalence of pneumonia was significantly higher among nonvaccinated patients than among vaccinated patients (8/28, 28.6% vs. 7/138, 5.1%, P < 0.001), similar to patients in their 40s (32/52 [61.5%] vs. 18/138 [13.0%]; P < 0.001). The chest X-ray severity score was also significantly higher in non-vaccinated patients than that in vaccinated patients in their 20s to their 40s (P < 0.001), but not among patients aged 12–19 years (P = 0.678). Conclusion In patients aged 20–49 years, vaccinated patients had a significantly lower prevalence of pneumonia and chest X-ray severity score than non-vaccinated patients.