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Wednesday's Word
These cells are involved in:
Protein synthesis
Protein storage
Transformation of carbohydrates
Synthesis of cholesterol, salts and phospholipids
Detoxification, modification, and excretion of exogenous and endogenous substances
Initiation
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⚠ Toilet humour ahead - TUDCA experiment
I've been taking TUDCA bile salts this week and I can confirm in my laboratory testing (Bathroom) that it does indeed make for none skid mark sinkers and a rather pleasing 4 on the Bristol Stool Chart!!
The idea being low stomach acid precludes bile production which limits digestive ability...
Tuesday's Tip
[i]PBC is long term in nature with bile duct injury typically occurring over the years. Many more patients die [/i][u][i]with[/i][/u][i] the disease - [/i][u][i]not[/i][/u][i] from it.[/i]
[i]It can cause injury in 2 ways: [/i]
[i]1. This is the progressive
Great news!
** ANNOUNCEMENT **
The Medicines & Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) in the UK have announced the approval of Seladelpar (Livdelzi) to be used in the treatment of adult patients in the UK with Primary Biliary Cholangitis.
This is exciting news as it provides an additional second line therapy
Wednesday's Word
[u][i]Hepatic Artery[/i][/u]
[i]This is one of the two sources of blood flow to the liver - the other being from the [/i][u][i] hepatic vein.[/i][/u]
[i]This dual blood flow is unique to the liver.[/i]
[i]Most of the blood flowing into the liver comes from the [/
Tuesday's Tip
[i]Pain is frequently felt as a dull to severe sensation in the right upper quadrant of your abdomen. It can often be an indication of gallstones, especially after a fatty meal. PBC patients can suffer from these due to the fact that with PBC the flow of bile is already impeded to some degree. However