We examined how curcumin-mediated photodynamic therapy (CUR-PDT) induces a specific type of cell death called ferroptosis in fibroblast-like synoviocytes from rheumatoid arthritis patients.
Using a rat model, we monitored joint swelling and inflammation while analyzing key proteins involved in this process. The results indicated that CUR-PDT successfully reduces harmful cell growth and inflammation in RA cells by targeting the Nrf2-xCT-GPX4 pathway.
This finding emphasizes the potential of CUR-PDT as a treatment strategy in managing rheumatoid arthritis.
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Iron links to MS lesion recovery
Association of iron deposition in MS lesion with remyelination capacity using susceptibility source separation MRI.
We explored the impact of iron accumulation in multiple sclerosis (MS) lesions using advanced MRI techniques. Tracking 50 participants over an average of 3.3 years, we observed that iron deposits, identified as hyper-paramagnetic signals (HPS), closely linked with impaired remyelination and greater disability. Specifically, lesions with early signs of HPS showed a significant decline in myelin recovery compared to those without such deposits. These findings suggest that measuring iron levels could guide therapies aimed at enhancing myelin repair in MS patients.
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Ferroportin regulates RA cell activity
Ferroportin inhibits the proliferation and migration of fibroblast-like synoviocytes in rheumatoid arthritis via regulating ROS/PI3K/AKT signaling pathway.
We aimed to understand how iron affects autoimmune disorders, specifically focusing on rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Our study explored the function of ferroportin (FPN), a membrane iron transporter, in the proliferation and movement of fibroblast-like synoviocytes (FLS) linked to RA.
We found that FPN levels were significantly lower in RA tissues compared to normal tissues, hinting at a potential connection between iron metabolism and the disease. By conducting a series of assays, we demonstrated that increased FPN expression leads to a slowdown in FLS growth and migration. This effect seems to be mediated through the suppression of the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway and is accompanied by elevated levels of reactive oxygen species (ROS).
These findings suggest that ferroportin might play a crucial role in the development of RA by regulating iron levels in FLS. This insight opens new avenues for potential treatments targeting iron dysregulation to help alleviate joint damage in RA patients.
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I ordered it after reading the reviews. After taking it, my heartbeat calmed and my overall health improved.
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Increased energy levels
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I was astonished by how quickly my package arrived—just three days! I’m very impressed with the exceptional service from iHerb. Thank you! The vitamins are fantastic; since I started taking them during my six months of pregnancy, I have felt more energetic. Previously, I was iron deficient, but my iron levels have now returned to normal.
Ferroportin inhibits the proliferation and migration of fibroblast-like synoviocytes in rheumatoid arthritis via regulating ROS/PI3K/AKT signaling pathway.
We aimed to understand how iron affects autoimmune disorders, specifically focusing on rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Our study explored the function of ferroportin (FPN), a membrane iron transporter, in the proliferation and movement of fibroblast-like synoviocytes (FLS) linked to RA.
We found that FPN levels were significantly lower in RA tissues compared to normal tissues, hinting at a potential connection between iron metabolism and the disease. By conducting a series of assays, we demonstrated that increased FPN expression leads to a slowdown in FLS growth and migration. This effect seems to be mediated through the suppression of the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway and is accompanied by elevated levels of reactive oxygen species (ROS).
These findings suggest that ferroportin might play a crucial role in the development of RA by regulating iron levels in FLS. This insight opens new avenues for potential treatments targeting iron dysregulation to help alleviate joint damage in RA patients.
Read More
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CUR-PDT triggers ferroptosis in RA
CUR-PDT induces ferroptosis of RA-FLS via the Nrf2/xCT/GPX4 pathway to inhibit proliferation in rheumatoid arthritis.
We examined how curcumin-mediated photodynamic therapy (CUR-PDT) induces a specific type of cell death called ferroptosis in fibroblast-like synoviocytes from rheumatoid arthritis patients.
Using a rat model, we monitored joint swelling and inflammation while analyzing key proteins involved in this process. The results indicated that CUR-PDT successfully reduces harmful cell growth and inflammation in RA cells by targeting the Nrf2-xCT-GPX4 pathway.
This finding emphasizes the potential of CUR-PDT as a treatment strategy in managing rheumatoid arthritis.
Read More
7
Iron links to MS lesion recovery
Association of iron deposition in MS lesion with remyelination capacity using susceptibility source separation MRI.
We explored the impact of iron accumulation in multiple sclerosis (MS) lesions using advanced MRI techniques. Tracking 50 participants over an average of 3.3 years, we observed that iron deposits, identified as hyper-paramagnetic signals (HPS), closely linked with impaired remyelination and greater disability. Specifically, lesions with early signs of HPS showed a significant decline in myelin recovery compared to those without such deposits. These findings suggest that measuring iron levels could guide therapies aimed at enhancing myelin repair in MS patients.
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2 people found this helpful
I ordered it after reading the reviews. After taking it, my heartbeat calmed and my overall health improved.
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Increased energy levels
1 people found this helpful
I was astonished by how quickly my package arrived—just three days! I’m very impressed with the exceptional service from iHerb. Thank you! The vitamins are fantastic; since I started taking them during my six months of pregnancy, I have felt more energetic. Previously, I was iron deficient, but my iron levels have now returned to normal.
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Shao W, Liu F, Zhu L, Qian W, Meng Q, et al. Ferroportin inhibits the proliferation and migration of fibroblast-like synoviocytes in rheumatoid arthritis via regulating ROS/PI3K/AKT signaling pathway. Eur J Pharmacol. 2025;987:177205. 10.1016/j.ejphar.2024.177205
Sun L, Niu Y, Liao B, Liu L, Peng Y, et al. CUR-PDT induces ferroptosis of RA-FLS via the Nrf2/xCT/GPX4 pathway to inhibit proliferation in rheumatoid arthritis. Inflamm Res. 2025;74:53. 10.1007/s00011-025-02019-2
Shin HG, Kim W, Lee JH, Lee HS, Nam Y, et al. Association of iron deposition in MS lesion with remyelination capacity using susceptibility source separation MRI. Neuroimage Clin. 2025;45:103748. 10.1016/j.nicl.2025.103748