Does human milk composition differ in healthy mothers and mothers with celiac disease?
CD mothers' breast milk is characterized by a reduced abundance of immunoprotective compounds (TGF-β1 and sIgA) and bifidobacteria. The reduction in these components could theoretically diminish the protective effects of breast-feeding on the child's future risk of developing CD.
Venous thrombus MCP-1 levels increase during natural resolution. MCP-1 treatment increased the organization and resolution of thrombi. MCP-1 may therefore be of therapeutic use.