Clin Exp Dent Res June 2022 PMID 35213796

Histopathological role of vitamin D deficiency in recurrent/chronic tonsillitis pathogenesis: Vascular epithelial growth factor-mediated angiogenesis in tonsil.

Ayse S Safak, Fuat Bulut, Alev Cumbul

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The social discussions demonstrate a general agreement with the research, with statements like 'Low vitamin D causes inflamed tonsils,' showing support for the study's implications. The tone is pragmatic and personal, with comments about natural vitamin D intake and personal health, indicating moderate interest but limited depth of engagement.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions seem to align with the idea that vitamin D deficiency influences tonsil health, especially with references to studies linking low vitamin D to inflammation and tonsillitis.

InterestModerate interest

Participants display moderate interest, as they mention treatments, personal health stories, and relate the research to common health concerns like tonsil stones and inflammation.

EngagementNeutral engagement

The discussions are relatively surface-level, with minimal in-depth analysis; comments primarily echo sentiments or share personal experiences.

ImpactNeutral impact

The overall influence of these discussions appears limited, as they do not seem to sway public perception widely or introduce groundbreaking insights but reinforce existing beliefs about vitamin D’s role in immune health.

Abstract in brief

  • The study investigates the role of vitamin D deficiency in the development of recurrent chronic tonsillitis, focusing on how it influences the expression of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF), which is involved in new blood vessel formation (angiogenesis) in tonsil tissue.
  • Patients were grouped based on their blood levels of vitamin D (25OHD), with lower levels associated with higher VEGF expression and more pronounced histopathological changes, indicating increased angiogenesis in cases of vitamin D deficiency.
  • The findings suggest that vitamin D deficiency may contribute to persistent tonsillitis by promoting angiogenesis through increased VEGF expression, highlighting a potential link between immune regulation, vitamin D status, and tissue changes in tonsil disease.

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Chris Milbank
@ChrisMilbank · X

Low vitamin d and or zinc levels cause inflammed tonsils Tonsil Stones: Removing the Deeper Cause https://t.co/uevkCHt1Cx via @YouTube

Apr 11, 2024 · 2 likes · 2 shares · 45,824 followers View post →
Jamey Peltonen
@pelt1980 · X

Tonsil Stones: Removing the Deeper Cause https://t.co/Izd499Vtwg via @YouTube

Nov 30, 2024 · 1 like · 7,438 followers View post →
BOBObro kake
@BobobroK · X

Tonsil Stones: Removing the Deeper Cause https://t.co/UQ2p8N3wn3

Apr 10, 2024 · 3,291 followers View post →
Martin Keane
@keane70374 · X

https://t.co/20P4Gmfbie

Apr 10, 2024 · 690 followers View post →
Mr クレメンズ
@Mr21292778Mr · X

RT @ChrisMilbank: Low vitamin d and or zinc levels cause inflammed tonsils Tonsil Stones: Removing the Deeper Cause https://t.co/uevkCHt1Cx…

Apr 11, 2024 · 2 shares · 566 followers View post →
herbs and remedies
@kashmiriapothe1 · X

RT @ChrisMilbank: Low vitamin d and or zinc levels cause inflammed tonsils Tonsil Stones: Removing the Deeper Cause https://t.co/uevkCHt1Cx…

Apr 11, 2024 · 2 shares · 342 followers View post →

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Jamey Peltonen
@pelt1980 · X

Tonsil Stones: Removing the Deeper Cause https://t.co/Izd499Vtwg via @YouTube

Nov 30, 2024 · 1 like · 7,438 followers View post →
Bob-the-Pilot
@Bobthepilot · X

Glad I wasn't part of the "you don't need those, they're causing all your problems" I rarely get sick and take natural vitamin D. https://t.co/vEktJg47hi

Apr 13, 2024 · 39 followers View post →
Keeshlon
@NancyMako · X

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Apr 12, 2024 · 307 followers View post →
Mr クレメンズ
@Mr21292778Mr · X

RT @ChrisMilbank: Low vitamin d and or zinc levels cause inflammed tonsils Tonsil Stones: Removing the Deeper Cause https://t.co/uevkCHt1Cx…

Apr 11, 2024 · 2 shares · 566 followers View post →
herbs and remedies
@kashmiriapothe1 · X

RT @ChrisMilbank: Low vitamin d and or zinc levels cause inflammed tonsils Tonsil Stones: Removing the Deeper Cause https://t.co/uevkCHt1Cx…

Apr 11, 2024 · 2 shares · 342 followers View post →
Chris Milbank
@ChrisMilbank · X

Low vitamin d and or zinc levels cause inflammed tonsils Tonsil Stones: Removing the Deeper Cause https://t.co/uevkCHt1Cx via @YouTube

Apr 11, 2024 · 2 likes · 2 shares · 45,824 followers View post →
BOBObro kake
@BobobroK · X

Tonsil Stones: Removing the Deeper Cause https://t.co/UQ2p8N3wn3

Apr 10, 2024 · 3,291 followers View post →
Briankeepgoing
@sunbrianzhen · X

Tonsil Stones: Removing the Deeper Cause https://t.co/EiSa7otQWp via @YouTube

Apr 10, 2024 · 141 followers View post →
Martin Keane
@keane70374 · X

https://t.co/20P4Gmfbie

Apr 10, 2024 · 690 followers View post →
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