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The Egyptian Journal of Internal Medicine, 2023
Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) is an omega-3 fatty acid found in fatty fish and fish oil supplements... more Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) is an omega-3 fatty acid found in fatty fish and fish oil supplements. Over the past few decades, research has suggested that EPA has various potential health benefits, particularly for heart health. EPA has been associated with reduced inflammation, improved cholesterol levels, and reduced blood pressure, all of which can contribute to a lower risk of heart disease. Additionally, EPA has been found to reduce the risk of blood clots, which can lead to heart attacks and strokes. This comprehensive review article aims to summarize the current state of knowledge regarding the potential health benefits of EPA. We focus on its effects on cardiovascular health, inflammation, atherosclerotic plaques, blood clots, diabetes, obesity, and cancer. Finally, we provide an overview of the recommended daily dose of EPA for optimal health benefits. This review highlights the importance of EPA in promoting overall health and well-being and provides insights into its potential therapeutic applications.
Cureus
Pernicious anemia (PA) is an autoimmune disease secondary to chronic atrophic gastritis leading t... more Pernicious anemia (PA) is an autoimmune disease secondary to chronic atrophic gastritis leading to vitamin B12 deficiency. Rarely, some patients may develop advanced hematological complications that mimic those of thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP). Differentiating these conditions is crucial because they require different management. We present a case of a 68-year-old male who presented with generalized weakness, fatigue, and shortness of breath. This patient had anemia, thrombocytopenia, and a markedly deficient serum level of vitamin B12. The symptoms initially mimicked those associated with TTP, but the activity of ADAMTS 13 was normal. A diagnosis of pseudo-TTP has been made due to vitamin B12 deficiency resulting from PA with reactive thrombocytosis. Ultimately, vitamin B12 deficiency pseudo-TTP should be considered a differential diagnosis for therapy refractory TTP because of its different management strategies ranging from parenteral Vitamin B12 in PA patients with highly favorable outcomes to more advanced treatment with less favorable outcomes in TTP patients.
Cureus, 2022
Pernicious anemia (PA) is an autoimmune disease secondary to chronic atrophic gastritis leading t... more Pernicious anemia (PA) is an autoimmune disease secondary to chronic atrophic gastritis leading to vitamin B12 deficiency. Rarely, some patients may develop advanced hematological complications that mimic those of thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP). Differentiating these conditions is crucial because they require different management. We present a case of a 68-year-old male who presented with generalized weakness, fatigue, and shortness of breath. This patient had anemia, thrombocytopenia, and a markedly deficient serum level of vitamin B12. The symptoms initially mimicked those associated with TTP, but the activity of ADAMTS 13 was normal. A diagnosis of pseudo-TTP has been made due to vitamin B12 deficiency resulting from PA with reactive thrombocytosis. Ultimately, vitamin B12 deficiency pseudo-TTP should be considered a differential diagnosis for therapy refractory TTP because of its different management strategies ranging from parenteral Vitamin B12 in PA patients with highly favorable outcomes to more advanced treatment with less favorable outcomes in TTP patients.
The Egyptian Journal of Internal Medicine, 2023
Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) is an omega-3 fatty acid found in fatty fish and fish oil supplements... more Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) is an omega-3 fatty acid found in fatty fish and fish oil supplements. Over the past few decades, research has suggested that EPA has various potential health benefits, particularly for heart health. EPA has been associated with reduced inflammation, improved cholesterol levels, and reduced blood pressure, all of which can contribute to a lower risk of heart disease. Additionally, EPA has been found to reduce the risk of blood clots, which can lead to heart attacks and strokes. This comprehensive review article aims to summarize the current state of knowledge regarding the potential health benefits of EPA. We focus on its effects on cardiovascular health, inflammation, atherosclerotic plaques, blood clots, diabetes, obesity, and cancer. Finally, we provide an overview of the recommended daily dose of EPA for optimal health benefits. This review highlights the importance of EPA in promoting overall health and well-being and provides insights into its potential therapeutic applications.
Cureus
Pernicious anemia (PA) is an autoimmune disease secondary to chronic atrophic gastritis leading t... more Pernicious anemia (PA) is an autoimmune disease secondary to chronic atrophic gastritis leading to vitamin B12 deficiency. Rarely, some patients may develop advanced hematological complications that mimic those of thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP). Differentiating these conditions is crucial because they require different management. We present a case of a 68-year-old male who presented with generalized weakness, fatigue, and shortness of breath. This patient had anemia, thrombocytopenia, and a markedly deficient serum level of vitamin B12. The symptoms initially mimicked those associated with TTP, but the activity of ADAMTS 13 was normal. A diagnosis of pseudo-TTP has been made due to vitamin B12 deficiency resulting from PA with reactive thrombocytosis. Ultimately, vitamin B12 deficiency pseudo-TTP should be considered a differential diagnosis for therapy refractory TTP because of its different management strategies ranging from parenteral Vitamin B12 in PA patients with highly favorable outcomes to more advanced treatment with less favorable outcomes in TTP patients.
Cureus, 2022
Pernicious anemia (PA) is an autoimmune disease secondary to chronic atrophic gastritis leading t... more Pernicious anemia (PA) is an autoimmune disease secondary to chronic atrophic gastritis leading to vitamin B12 deficiency. Rarely, some patients may develop advanced hematological complications that mimic those of thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP). Differentiating these conditions is crucial because they require different management. We present a case of a 68-year-old male who presented with generalized weakness, fatigue, and shortness of breath. This patient had anemia, thrombocytopenia, and a markedly deficient serum level of vitamin B12. The symptoms initially mimicked those associated with TTP, but the activity of ADAMTS 13 was normal. A diagnosis of pseudo-TTP has been made due to vitamin B12 deficiency resulting from PA with reactive thrombocytosis. Ultimately, vitamin B12 deficiency pseudo-TTP should be considered a differential diagnosis for therapy refractory TTP because of its different management strategies ranging from parenteral Vitamin B12 in PA patients with highly favorable outcomes to more advanced treatment with less favorable outcomes in TTP patients.