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Chinese scientists develop cerium nanoparticle drug to treat gout

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Scientists in China have developed a novel drug using rare earth element cerium nanoparticles to treat gout. This nanoparticle "sweeper" drug has shown promise in rat trials by not only lowering uric acid levels but also reducing crystal formation, alleviating inflammation, and inhibiting bone breakdown. The research, led by Shanghai Jiao Tong University, aims to provide a comprehensive and long-lasting solution for the painful inflammatory arthritis affecting millions worldwide. AI

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Chinese scientists develop cerium nanoparticle drug to treat gout

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Shi Huang ·

    China’s rare earth cerium drug can kill gout pains once and for all: scientists

    One of the world’s most abundant rare earth elements could offer a comprehensive, long-lasting treatment for gout, a Chinese team has found. The extremely painful form of inflammatory arthritis has plagued humanity for millennia. “No other pain is more severe than this, not iron …

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