Diabetes mellitus is a common metabolic disease with serious complications. As people's lifestyle changes, the incidence of diabetes mellitus has gradually increased, and diabetes mellitus has become a global public health issue. Recent studies have found a correlation between blood sugar and eosinophils. Eosinophils may affect the differentiation direction of bone marrow-derived macrophages by promoting the development of beige fat, controlling local inflammation, regulating cell energy metabolism, and resisting vasoconstriction, thereby improving glucose tolerance and insulin resistance and lowering blood sugar levels. In addition, eosinophils are also associated with diabetic ketoacidosis to some extent. This review summarizes the relationship between glycolipid metabolism and eosinophils from the perspectives of phenomenon, mechanism, and clinical application, and speculates that it may play an important role in monitoring the course of diabetes mellitus and reversing diabetes mellitus.

Objective:To assess the influencing factors of glycemic control among type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients, in particular the correlations between peripheral blood eosinophils and metabolic indicators such as glucose, lipids, and uric acid (UA) in these patients.Methods:T2DM patients who were regularly followed up in the Intensive Diabetes Mellitus Clinic of Peking Union Medical College Hospital from January 2016 to September 2024 were prospectively selected as the research subjects. The clinical data of these patients at their first visit and at the 3rd, 6th, 9th, and 12th months of follow-up were collected. The potential correlations of peripheral blood eosinophils with blood glucose control, lipid metabolism, UA metabolism, and inflammation as well as their influencing factors were analyzed.Results:A total of 161 T2DM patients were included. The glycated hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) compliance rate was significantly higher during the follow-up visits (3, 6, 9, and 12 months) than baseline (all P<0.05) but showed no significant correlation with the count or percentage of peripheral blood eosinophils. Spearman correlation analysis showed that the percentage of peripheral blood eosinophils was negatively correlated with Homeostatic Model Assessment of Insulin Resistance (HOMA-IR) ( P=0.049) and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) ( P=0.002) and positively with serum triglyceride (TG) ( P=0.034) and UA levels ( P<0.001). A further linear regression model analysis of these four variables and the percentage of eosinophils revealed that the percentage of peripheral blood eosinophils was only linearly correlated with serum UA level ( P<0.001). Conclusion:The percentage of peripheral blood eosinophils in T2DM patients is independently correlated with serum UA level, and monitoring serum UA level is important in T2DM management. Early identification and intervention of hyperuricemia can help provide more comprehensive and precise medical interventions for T2DM patients.

Objective:To explore the relationship between life events, anxiety, depression, and behavior problems in adolescents.Methods:From September to October 2022, the cluster sampling method was used to select 5 341 adolescents from 4 middle schools in Xinxiang urban area.The subjects and their parents were investigated by the adolescent self-rating life events check list (ASLEC), generalized anxiety disorder scale (GAD-7), patient health questionnaire (PHQ-9), and child behavior checklist (CBCL). SPSS 27.0 software was used for Spearman correlation analysis, and AMOS 28.0 software was used to construct the structural equation model.Results:The scores of anxiety, depression, and behavioral problems were 1 (0, 4), 1 (0, 4), and 3 (0, 10). The total score of life events was 5 (1, 13), and the dimensions scored as follows: interpersonal conflict 1 (0, 4), academic pressure 2 (0, 5), punishment 0 (0, 2), loss 0 (0, 0), health and adaptation problem 0 (0, 1), and others 0 (0, 2). There were positive correlations between life events and its dimensions, depression, anxiety and behavioral problems ( r=0.28-0.69, all P<0.01). In the overall population, anxiety and depression played parallel mediating roles in the impact of life events on behavior problems. Life events could positively predict anxiety ( β=0.68, P<0.01), and anxiety could positively predict behavior problems ( β=0.04, P=0.02). Life events could positively predict depression ( β=0.77, P<0.01), and depression could positively predict behavior problems ( β=0.18, P<0.01). The standardized total effect size of the impact of life events on behavioral problems was 0.622 (95% CI=0.564-0.675). The standardized direct effect size and indirect effect size were 0.460 (95% CI=0.374-0.539) and 0.162 (95% CI=0.108-0.218), accounting for 74.0% and 26.0%of the total effect, respectively. After stratification by gender, the results for male adolescents were consistent with the overall population, while the mediating effect of anxiety was not significant in the female adolescents. Conclusion:Life events can lead to anxiety and depression in adolescents, thereby increasing the risk of behavior problems.

Diabetes mellitus is a common metabolic disease with serious complications. As people's lifestyle changes, the incidence of diabetes mellitus has gradually increased, and diabetes mellitus has become a global public health issue. Recent studies have found a correlation between blood sugar and eosinophils. Eosinophils may affect the differentiation direction of bone marrow-derived macrophages by promoting the development of beige fat, controlling local inflammation, regulating cell energy metabolism, and resisting vasoconstriction, thereby improving glucose tolerance and insulin resistance and lowering blood sugar levels. In addition, eosinophils are also associated with diabetic ketoacidosis to some extent. This review summarizes the relationship between glycolipid metabolism and eosinophils from the perspectives of phenomenon, mechanism, and clinical application, and speculates that it may play an important role in monitoring the course of diabetes mellitus and reversing diabetes mellitus.

Objective:To assess the influencing factors of glycemic control among type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients, in particular the correlations between peripheral blood eosinophils and metabolic indicators such as glucose, lipids, and uric acid (UA) in these patients.Methods:T2DM patients who were regularly followed up in the Intensive Diabetes Mellitus Clinic of Peking Union Medical College Hospital from January 2016 to September 2024 were prospectively selected as the research subjects. The clinical data of these patients at their first visit and at the 3rd, 6th, 9th, and 12th months of follow-up were collected. The potential correlations of peripheral blood eosinophils with blood glucose control, lipid metabolism, UA metabolism, and inflammation as well as their influencing factors were analyzed.Results:A total of 161 T2DM patients were included. The glycated hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) compliance rate was significantly higher during the follow-up visits (3, 6, 9, and 12 months) than baseline (all P<0.05) but showed no significant correlation with the count or percentage of peripheral blood eosinophils. Spearman correlation analysis showed that the percentage of peripheral blood eosinophils was negatively correlated with Homeostatic Model Assessment of Insulin Resistance (HOMA-IR) ( P=0.049) and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) ( P=0.002) and positively with serum triglyceride (TG) ( P=0.034) and UA levels ( P<0.001). A further linear regression model analysis of these four variables and the percentage of eosinophils revealed that the percentage of peripheral blood eosinophils was only linearly correlated with serum UA level ( P<0.001). Conclusion:The percentage of peripheral blood eosinophils in T2DM patients is independently correlated with serum UA level, and monitoring serum UA level is important in T2DM management. Early identification and intervention of hyperuricemia can help provide more comprehensive and precise medical interventions for T2DM patients.

Objective:To explore the relationship between life events, anxiety, depression, and behavior problems in adolescents.Methods:From September to October 2022, the cluster sampling method was used to select 5 341 adolescents from 4 middle schools in Xinxiang urban area.The subjects and their parents were investigated by the adolescent self-rating life events check list (ASLEC), generalized anxiety disorder scale (GAD-7), patient health questionnaire (PHQ-9), and child behavior checklist (CBCL). SPSS 27.0 software was used for Spearman correlation analysis, and AMOS 28.0 software was used to construct the structural equation model.Results:The scores of anxiety, depression, and behavioral problems were 1 (0, 4), 1 (0, 4), and 3 (0, 10). The total score of life events was 5 (1, 13), and the dimensions scored as follows: interpersonal conflict 1 (0, 4), academic pressure 2 (0, 5), punishment 0 (0, 2), loss 0 (0, 0), health and adaptation problem 0 (0, 1), and others 0 (0, 2). There were positive correlations between life events and its dimensions, depression, anxiety and behavioral problems ( r=0.28-0.69, all P<0.01). In the overall population, anxiety and depression played parallel mediating roles in the impact of life events on behavior problems. Life events could positively predict anxiety ( β=0.68, P<0.01), and anxiety could positively predict behavior problems ( β=0.04, P=0.02). Life events could positively predict depression ( β=0.77, P<0.01), and depression could positively predict behavior problems ( β=0.18, P<0.01). The standardized total effect size of the impact of life events on behavioral problems was 0.622 (95% CI=0.564-0.675). The standardized direct effect size and indirect effect size were 0.460 (95% CI=0.374-0.539) and 0.162 (95% CI=0.108-0.218), accounting for 74.0% and 26.0%of the total effect, respectively. After stratification by gender, the results for male adolescents were consistent with the overall population, while the mediating effect of anxiety was not significant in the female adolescents. Conclusion:Life events can lead to anxiety and depression in adolescents, thereby increasing the risk of behavior problems.

Objective:To explore the correlation between endogenous sex hormone factors and sexual function in Chinese women.Methods:A total of 711 women who met the criteria were investigated in the Beijing Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing Chaoyang District Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital, Beijing Chaoyang District Taiyanggong Community Health Service Centre from April 2020 to March 2021. Sociodemographic data (data split into two groups according to educational background: high school or above and lower high school; and three categories based on marital relationship: satisfied, average, and dissatisfied) and serum levels of sex hormones were collected. Female sexual dysfunction (FSD) was evaluated using the female sexual function index (FSFI). Participants were divided into three groups according to the Stages of Reproductive Aging Workshop (STRAW+10): reproductive stage group, menopausal transition stage group and postmenopausal stage group. Spearman rank correlation analysis and multiple linear regression analyses were performed to determine the correlation between characteristics and scores of FSFI.Results:The multivariate logistic regression analysis revealed that postmenopausal stage, secondary education level, neutral and dissatisfied marital relations were significantly negatively correlated with total FSFI score (all P<0.01). Secondary education level, neutral and dissatisfied marital relations were negatively associated with nearly all FSFI domains apart from pain score (all P<0.05); postmenopausal stage was negatively associated with lubrication, satisfaction and pain (all P<0.05). FSH was negatively associated with all FSFI domain scores (all P<0.05). There was a significantly positive correlation between estradiol and scores of FSFI dimensions other than orgasm and satisfaction (all P<0.05). Total testosterone positively affected the score of total FSFI and desire (all P<0.05); free testosterone was positively related to orgasm ( P<0.05). Conclusion:Estradiol and total testosterone serve as protective factors for female sexual function.

Objective:To explore the correlation between endogenous sex hormone factors and sexual function in Chinese women.Methods:A total of 711 women who met the criteria were investigated in the Beijing Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing Chaoyang District Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital, Beijing Chaoyang District Taiyanggong Community Health Service Centre from April 2020 to March 2021. Sociodemographic data (data split into two groups according to educational background: high school or above and lower high school; and three categories based on marital relationship: satisfied, average, and dissatisfied) and serum levels of sex hormones were collected. Female sexual dysfunction (FSD) was evaluated using the female sexual function index (FSFI). Participants were divided into three groups according to the Stages of Reproductive Aging Workshop (STRAW+10): reproductive stage group, menopausal transition stage group and postmenopausal stage group. Spearman rank correlation analysis and multiple linear regression analyses were performed to determine the correlation between characteristics and scores of FSFI.Results:The multivariate logistic regression analysis revealed that postmenopausal stage, secondary education level, neutral and dissatisfied marital relations were significantly negatively correlated with total FSFI score (all P<0.01). Secondary education level, neutral and dissatisfied marital relations were negatively associated with nearly all FSFI domains apart from pain score (all P<0.05); postmenopausal stage was negatively associated with lubrication, satisfaction and pain (all P<0.05). FSH was negatively associated with all FSFI domain scores (all P<0.05). There was a significantly positive correlation between estradiol and scores of FSFI dimensions other than orgasm and satisfaction (all P<0.05). Total testosterone positively affected the score of total FSFI and desire (all P<0.05); free testosterone was positively related to orgasm ( P<0.05). Conclusion:Estradiol and total testosterone serve as protective factors for female sexual function.

Bronchiectasis is characterized by a “vicious cycle” involving compromised host defense， mpaired clearance of airway mucus， bacterial colonization， infections， and inflammation， leading to frequent acute exacerbations and diminished quality of life. Based on the hypothesis of “vicious circle”， this paper explores the treatment of bronchiectasis by traditional Chinese medicine （TCM） from three aspects. Firstly， dissipating excessive “phlegm” secretion and enhancing airway clearance form the foundation of the treatment， aiming to improve the condition of mucus hypersecretion. Secondly， invigorating spleen for strengthening vital energy can improve the function of immune system and reduce recurrent infections and acute attacks. Lastly， clearing heat and purging the lung can alleviate infection and inflammatory damage. By employing these methods， TCM can disrupt the progression of the “vicious circle”， delaying disease advancement， minimizing acute exacerbations， and improving the quality of life for patients.

Objective:To study the efficacy and influencing factors of ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) in the treatment of cholesterol gallstone, so as to provide reference for the treatment of cholesterol gallstone by internal medicine.Methods:From March 1, 2017 to March 31, 2018, at outpatient department of gastroenterology of 9 Beijing medical centers including Peking University People′s Hospital, the Sixth Medical Center of PLA General Hospital, Beijing Huaxin Hospital, PLA Rocket Force Characteristic Medical Center, Peking University Aerospace Center Hospital, Beijing Youan Hospital of Capital Medical University and Beijing Tiantan Hospital of Capital Medical University, Beijing Tongren Hospital of Capital Medical University, and Beijing Shijitan Hospital of Capital Medical University, the data of patients with cholesterol gallstone treated by UDCA were collected. The inclusion criteria were that the largest diameter of stone was ≤10 mm and the stone was not detected under X-ray. The treatment plan was taking UDCA orally for 6 months at a dose of 10 mg·kg -1·d -1. The basic information of patients, the ultrasound examination results before treatment and 6 months after treatment, and scores of biliary abdominal pain and dyspepsia symptom were collected. Univariate and multivariate logistic regression were used to analyze the influencing factors of the efficacy in gallstrone dissolution by UDCA, and Wilcoxon signed rank test was used for statistical analysis. Results:A total of 215 patients were enrolled. The complete dissolution rate of gallstone was 19.5% (42/215) and partial dissolution rate was 50.7% (109/215), and the total effective rate was 70.2% (151/215). The complete dissolution rate of sandy stone was significantly higher than that of lumped stones (37.0%(17/46) vs. 14.8%(25/169); OR=3.377, 95% confidence interval (95% CI) 1.621 to 7.035, P=0.001). In lumped stones, the complete dissolution rate of the stones with diameter ≤5 mm was significantly higher than that of the stones with diameter >5 mm (37.5%(9/24) vs. 11.0%(16/145); OR=4.837, 95% CI 1.823 to 12.839, P=0.002). The complete dissolution rate of patients with higher body mass index ( OR=0.872, 95% CI 0.764 to 0.995, P=0.043) and longer disease course ( OR=0.942, 95% CI 0.912 to 0.973, P<0.001) was low. The results of multivariate logistic analysis indicated that long disease course of gallstone ( OR=0.940, 95% CI 0.908 to 0.974, P=0.001), rough gallbladder wall ( OR=0.438, 95% CI 0.200 to 0.962, P=0.040) and lumped stone ( OR=0.236, 95% CI 0.101 to 0.550, P=0.001) were independent risk factors of influencing the efficacy of stone dissolution by UDCA. As for lumped stones, the independent risk factors included long disease course of gallstone ( OR=0.926, 95% CI 0.877 to 0.978, P=0.006) and stone diameter >5 mm ( OR=0.142, 95% CI 0.043 to 0.470, P=0.001). After 6 months of UDCA treatment, score of biliary abdominal pain decreased from 0 (0 to 6) to 0 (0 to 0) and the score of dyspepsia symptom decreased from 1 (0 to 2) to 0 (0 to 0), and the differences between before treatment and after treatment were statistically significant ( Z=-8.50, and -9.13, both P<0.001). Conclusions:UDCA has a certain efficacy in cholesterol gallstone dissolution and can ease biliary abdominal pain and dyspepsia symptom. Long disease course of gallstone, rough gallbladder wall and stone diameter >5 mm are independent risk factors of poor efficacy in gallstone dissolution by UDCA.