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COPD improved by tweaks to microbiome via fecal transplant or diet

Posted by ArielTechGeek 393 days ago (https://newatlas.com)

Improving the health of the gut microbiome by way of fecal transplant (in mice) and dietary modification (in humans), has been shown by researchers to noticeably improve COPD symptoms. The finding could lead to microbiome-targeted treatments that provide relief to people suffering from this currently incurable condition.Continue ReadingCategory: Medical, ScienceTags: Microbiome, Gut Bacteria, Lun

Protein discovery raises prospect of treatment for COPD

Posted by ArielTechGeek 485 days ago (https://newatlas.com)

A new study has found that TLR7, a protein that normally triggers our immune system to defend against certain viruses, plays a pivotal role in exacerbating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD. The unexpected discovery may lead to new therapeutic approaches for the incurable condition.Continue ReadingCategory: Medical, ScienceTags: Lung, Disease, Protein, The Immune System

Lung-listening wearable could provide early warnings of COPD flareups

Posted by ArielTechGeek 498 days ago (https://newatlas.com)

When a respiratory patient's COPD flares up, the outcome can be highly debilitating – potentially even fatal. A new wearable known as the Sylvee is claimed to detect such exacerbations early, so they can be dealt with before it's too late.Continue ReadingCategory: Medical, ScienceTags: wearable electronics, Breathing, Diagnostic devices