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The immunomodulatory potential of vitamin D on Th17 lymphocytes in systemic lupus erythematosus - a literature review.

Oana Raluca Predescu, Stefan Cristian Dinescu, Cristina Elena Bita, Alesandra Florescu, Anca Emanuela Musetescu, Florentin Vreju, Paulina Lucia Ciurea

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Oana Raluca PredescuDoctoral School, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, Romania.
Stefan Cristian DinescuDepartment of Rheumatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, Romania.
Cristina Elena BitaDepartment of Rheumatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, Romania.
Alesandra FlorescuDepartment of Rheumatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, Romania.
Anca Emanuela MusetescuDepartment of Rheumatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, Romania.
Florentin VrejuDepartment of Rheumatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, Romania.
Paulina Lucia CiureaDepartment of Rheumatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, Romania.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

This review offers insight into the complex interplay between cytokines and vitamin D, with focus on its role in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) pathogenesis. It offers a helpful resource for researchers and clinicians seeking to better understand and treat SLE and related autoimmune conditions. The pathogenesis of SLE is complex and involves a wide range of cytokines, primarily of the Th2 type; these cytokines mediate hyperactivity in B lymphocytes and antibody production. Notably, vitamin D is found to suppress the activity of critical Th17-related cytokines like IL-23 and IL-6, which is pivotal for Th17 cell development and function. This ultimately leads to reduced IL-17 production, an increase in regulatory T lymphocytes, and subsequent secretion of IL-10. Supplementation with vitamin D is seen to have positive effects on SLE, leading to lower disease activity scores, decreased levels of autoantibodies, and a reduction of fatigue.

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immunomodulationsystemic lupus erythematosusvitamin D

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PMID39949914
PMCPMC11817589

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