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Objective With the outbreak of COVID-19 in December 2019 fears were expressed for a possible twindemic in the coming flu seasons. Fortunately, this was not the case for the 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 flu seasons as flu showed very low historical rates during these periods. The objective of our study was to look at the existing flu data for the 2019-2021 period and analyze possible reasons for the near absence of seasonal flu. Methods We performed retrospective surveillance regarding seasonal influenza rates for the years 2019-2021, the years that the COVID-19 was present. Epidemiological data concerning seasonal influenza for the years 2019-2021 were collected and analyzed Results Extremely low numbers of flu cases were reported in FluNet, FluView, and TESSy influenza surveillance systems during the years 2019, 2020, and 2021 compared to previous years prior to COVID-19. Conclusions A twindemic outbreak during the 2019-2021 flu seasons did not occur despite expressed concerns. The worldwide implementation of mitigation measures for individuals and communities to control severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) transmission, the increased flu vaccination rate, the virus interference and the lower rate of testing for flu are the main reasons for the marked decrease in reported flu cases during 2019-2021 flu seasons.Background Membranous nephropathy (MN) and immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN) are although two different entities, yet can rarely coexist. There is not much data available on this coexistent disorder, specifically with regard to the treatment modality and outcome. Here, we analyse in detail, retrospectively, 13 cases of coexistent IgA and membranous nephropathy (IgA-MN). Methods Renal biopsy data of 1084 diagnosed cases of either membranous or IgA nephropathy was obtained from March 2015 till March 2021. Out of 1084 patients, 19 diagnosed cases of the coexistent disorder were identified. Six out of 19 patients were excluded because of their unwillingness. From remaining 13 patients, data regarding clinical presentation, investigations, management and treatment response was collected from hospital database, files and via telephonic interview. Results The overall prevalence noted was 1.75%. Among them, 53.8% were females and 46.2% were males. Their median age was 40 years (range 14-71 years). On workup, mean serum albumin was 2.64 g/dl (range 1.6-3.8 g/dl), mean proteinuria was 5.5 g/24 hours (range 1.55-11.48 g/24 hours) and mean creatinine was 0.98 mg/dl (range 0.5-2.8 mg/dl). Anti-phospholipase A2 receptor antibody positivity was only 14.2%. The renal biopsy of all patients showed thickening of the glomerular basement membrane with granular IgG deposits and mesangial expansion with granular IgA deposits. A total of 80% patients showed complete remission with steroids, calcineurin inhibitors (CNIs) and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors/angiotensin receptor blockers (ACEi/ARBs). Conclusion IgA-MN is probably a separate disorder that can only be confirmed on immunofluorescence microscopy. The response to the combination of steroids, CNIs and ACEi/ARBs is found to be the most effective; hence, this combination must often be used for the management of this coexistent disorder.We present the case of an 18-year-old male patient with a penetrating lesion at zone II of the flexor compartment of the left hand. During surgery, complete reabsorption of the second deep and superficial flexor tendons was evidenced, prompting the decision to perform a two-stage procedure. First, a spacer was placed, and pulley reconstruction was performed. Six weeks later, we placed a cadaveric allograft and splint with the Kleinert-Duran technique for proper rehabilitation. Our case report highlights that a two-stage procedure with an allograft is a feasible technique resulting in good post-surgical functional status despite tendon reabsorption and six months between trauma and surgical intervention.Presence of thyroid autoantibodies in euthyroid women can result in various complications such as miscarriages and pre-eclampsia. Women who are hypothyroid have an increased risk of anaemia, infertility, and preterm birth. Spontaneous miscarriages have been reported in association with women with antithyroid antibodies. This can be utilised as a supplementary marker for the mother's immune system failure. The goal of this study was to compare the thyroid profiles of pregnant women who had a normal delivery to those who had a high-risk obstetric history, and to see if early thyroid profiling can help prevent poor pregnancy outcomes. In conclusion, our analysis has demonstrated that women with abnormal values of T4, T3, anti-thyroid peroxidase (TPO), and TSH were associated with fetal demise when compared to women with normal values of T4, T3, anti-TPO, and TSH. Anti-TPO levels were shown to be elevated in women with a poor obstetric history, making early thyroid profiling improve outcomes in pregnancy. Hypothyroidism with increased TSH and anti-TPO levels may have a negative impact on obstetric history, resulting in the loss of an early pregnancy.Reflex anoxic seizures are a type of convulsive syncope seen more commonly in children. In rare cases, they may develop into true epileptic seizures. There is no current consensus on treatment. In this case report, we present an adult patient with reflex anoxic seizures, along with EEG monitoring from an event. Our patient had a successful trial with intranasal midazolam preventing the episode, suggesting that anxiety played a significant role in her case. Reflex anoxic seizures in adults are rare and need to be properly identified, as treatment can lead to significant improvements in patient quality of life.Galactocele is cystic dilatation of the mammary gland, which contains milk. Galactocele is usually presented as a painless breast enlargement with a fluctuant, soft, mobile, and non-tender mass in the breast. It is a rare disorder in the male pediatric age group, with only 31 cases reported in the literature. In this article, we present another case of unilateral galactocele in a 14-month-old male infant. Ultrasound imaging confirmed a simple cystic hypoechoic mass in the right breast, and needle aspiration was performed before surgery as a diagnostic procedure (a 1-cc extract revealed a milky-colored fluid).Drug-induced thrombocytopenia is a relatively common clinical condition. However, acute thrombocytopenia after initiation of piperacillin/tazobactam is rare, with only a few cases reported in the literature. The mechanism by which it happens is still unclear but it is thought to be immune-mediated. We present the first case of rapid-onset thrombocytopenia induced by piperacillin/tazobactam in a liver transplant recipient. Our patient had previous exposure to the antibiotic, and thrombocytopenia was treated by merely stopping the culprit antibiotic (piperacillin/tazobactam). The patient had a successful challenge with cefepime afterward despite possible cross-reactivity, making this the second case report of successful re-challenging with cefepime.We report a case of subcutaneous Sweet syndrome in a pregnant woman that was initially believed to be cellulitis. read more She was admitted after failure of symptom resolution following multiple oral antibiotics as an outpatient. Her rash continued to progress, and she became nauseous with a lack of appetite. Infectious disease, rheumatology, and dermatology were consulted. Skin biopsies were taken, and while awaiting results, due to continued disease progression despite broad-spectrum antibiotic coverage, IV steroids were started with rapid resolution. Eventual biopsy results showed a dense neutrophilic infiltrate in the subcutaneous fat in a lobular distribution without evidence of vasculitis, confirming a diagnosis of subcutaneous Sweet syndrome. This disease is exceedingly rare in pregnant patients, with few reported cases.Takayasu's arteritis is a rare form of chronic inflammatory disorder involving large vessels, with an unclear etiology. Common early signs and symptoms are weakness, malaise, and fever. Takayasu's arteritis mainly involves the aorta and its branches as well as the subclavian and carotid arteries. While radiologic methods can identify diseased vessels, they can't tell the difference between active and chronic lesions. This study reviews the characteristics of Takayasu's arteritis to identify any possible changes in the prevalence of symptoms of the disease. We conducted a literature review of case reports on Takayasu arteritis from PubMed and Google Scholar. Variables of interest were age, gender, symptoms, blood pressure (BP) measurement, diminished pulses, and radiological findings. Data were transferred to an Excel spreadsheet (Microsoft Corporation, Redmond, WA), and mean, median, and standard deviation, frequencies, and proportions were calculated using R version 1.1.456 (RStudio Integrated Development fo of radiological findings. This depicts the picture of Takayasu's arteritis and what physicians should expect when dealing with the disease.Although Meckel's diverticulum (MD) is the most common congenital anomaly of the gastrointestinal tract, its prevalence is approximately 2% in the general population. Most diverticula remain asymptomatic and can be diagnosed with obstruction, perforation, inflammation, and gastrointestinal hemorrhage. The treatment of complicated MD is surgery, but there is no clear treatment recommendation yet for incidentally detected cases. As in the case we present here, the development of perforation due to Giant Meckel's diverticulitis in an adult female patient is a very rare complication of a disease that can be diagnosed very rarely.

The aim of this study is to evaluate the association between a marker of dietary intake, the carbohydrate-to-fiber (CF) ratio, and moderate-to-severe depressive symptoms.

Cross-sectional study.

National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) database from 2013-2016.

Individuals 18 years and older were included. Participants with total energy intake outside of three standard deviations of the mean, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and those with missing data were excluded.

The main independent variable, CF ratio, was generated using corresponding variables in NHANES and divided into quartiles. The main outcome was depressive symptoms using the Patient Health Questionnaire-9. Unadjusted and adjusted logistic regression analyses were used to calculate odds ratios and their corresponding 95% confidence interval (CI). Results Among all participants (n=9,728), 8.3% reported to have moderate-to-severe depressive symptoms (n=833). The highest proportion of depressive symptoms was reported in respoetary measurement.Congenital hallux varus is a rare forefoot deformity presenting with a deviation of the great toe medially. There are various techniques for the treatment of congenital hallux varus described in the literature. We present a case of a 16-year-old boy with congenital hallux varus who underwent corrective surgery, which involved soft tissue and bony procedure for better functional and clinical outcomes.Hydrocephalus, which is caused by the accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), is a common condition in children. It is known to be most likely treated by the insertion of a ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt. However, a VP shunt can lead to multiple complications. The upward migration of a VP shunt is considered rare. A newborn male baby with a known case of Chiari malformation type 2 associated with myelomeningocele (MMC) and hydrocephalus had a VP shunt inserted for control of the hydrocephalus. He presented two months after the surgery with occipital swelling at the surgical site. Shunt series followed by Computerized tomography (CT) scan showed that the distal end of the catheter had migrated upward and coiled around the valve. Urgent revision of the VP shunt was performed. Reabsorption of subgaleal fluid, increased abdominal pressure, repeated abdominal wall contraction, and repeated head motion of the child are the previously suggested theories of upward migration of distal catheter to the site of the valve.