"Flour allergy …" This was the first time Song Ying had heard of this term.
Was it the usual flour allergy? Song Ying could not think of anything else that could be eaten if he was allergic to flour.
Of course, there were still many things that could be eaten, but there would be no dumplings and other pasta dishes for the New Year.
"It's not accurate to say flour allergy," Zheng Ren said. "It's technically known as gluten allergy. Gluten is a type of protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. Normally, when proteins enter the gastrointestinal tract, they are digested into individual amino acids, which are then absorbed by the small intestine to become nutrients.
"Gluten cannot be completely broken down into individual amino acids and will retain small fragments that contain a few amino acids. These fragments are known as polypeptides. Polypeptides can trigger the body's immune response, which is why some proteins still have some biological activity after being taken orally. "
"What a contrarian!" Su Yun said with disdain.
He would have tolerated it if it had come from someone else. However, it was a contrarian from an ETC guy. Was there any justice in this world?!
"Uh … Boss Zheng, Little Su, can you make it simpler? What you said is too professional. As a layman, I don't understand. "Song Ying didn't stand on ceremony. If he didn't understand, then he didn't understand.
"Gluten allergy is a general concept. In fact, it can be classified into three categories: celiac disease, non-celiac wheat sensitivity, and wheat allergy," Su Yun said. "The girl I mentioned was diagnosed with wheat allergy. Even a little bit of gluten will cause breathing difficulties and endanger her life."
"Wheat …" Song Ying sighed. "But she eats wheat often. Didn't she know?"
"Many people only discover their allergic reactions to certain foods when they are two or thirty years old. It's not surprising. Maybe it's a change in the body's immune system or a problem with diet, "Zheng Ren said. "Allergies can be mild or severe. The patient here is highly suspected to have celiac disease related to gluten allergy."
Song Ying did not ask why and only looked at Boss Zheng and Su Yun quietly. They were also waiting. Although they looked calm, they were actually a little distracted.
Eating was not important to them. Determining whether a patient's condition was correct or not was more important. Song Ying smiled bitterly in his heart. It was really impossible to survive without going crazy.
Even when it was time to eat, the two of them were still absent-minded.
"Zheng Ren, what are you thinking about?" Xie Yiren asked as she held his hand.
"It's a medical case. She might be allergic to flour." Zheng Ren smiled and said, "Let's not think about it. Let's eat."
It was only then that there was a glimmer of life at the dining table.
Song Ying thanked Xie Yiren from the bottom of his heart. It seemed that the old saying was right. The strongest fortress was always breached from the inside. If he wanted to please Boss Zheng, he first had to please Xie Yiren.
Boss Zheng was like a stone. Other than medical problems, he did not seem to have any interest at all. Su Yun might have more hobbies, but this person was too cunning. It was difficult to increase his favorable impression without batting an eyelid.
It was definitely not enough to just drink Maotai, especially after Song Ying learned some superficial things about this trip to Europe today, he began to think.
It seemed that he would have to take the route of a wife in the future and find his lover, Xie Yiren, and Chang Yue to interact more. It shouldn't be hard to get along with women after shopping and shopping together.
It was just a very rough idea. Song Ying chatted as he passed the wine to the others. He briefly asked about Alberta Private Hospital and the laboratory. After listening to Su Yun's description, he had a certain idea.
This kind of laboratory was definitely not something that could be built with his own financial resources. Only the world's top financial groups had the ability to do such things.
Song Ying sighed inwardly. Boss Zheng was too high-end now. If he did not pay attention, he would not be able to invest even if he wanted to.
More than an hour later, he received a call. He immediately asked Su Yun to open the email and watch the video.
Song Ying watched as the light from the screen shone on their faces. He had a strange feeling in his heart.
"The middle and distal jejunum show enlarged intestinal lumen, fluid accumulation, and barium deposition," Su Yun said.
"Yes, the bowel has a snowflake-like distribution. The mucosal folds are thickened or the intestinal wall is smooth, showing the 'wax tube' sign. The passage time of the barium is delayed. The imaging can basically identify the patient with celiac disease," Zheng Ren said in a low voice.
"There's also an explanation for the abnormal TSH value. It's due to poor digestion in the gastrointestinal tract."
"I suggest you go to the city to do the relevant tests. Many tests can't be done in the mental hospital," Su Yun said. "Boss, this time, your clinical experience is not enough."
Zheng Ren smiled and nodded. He had no intention of competing for victory.
"Can't you act a little depressed? Or … You're making me feel like I'm not winning. Can you be more attentive? I'm asking you if you can! "Su Yun said disdainfully.
"What is it?" Chang Yue asked.
"Nanshan City Mental Hospital has a patient with persecutory delusions and progressive weight loss. The boss didn't know what the problem was after reading the medical record. It just so happens that I've seen a wheat allergy patient before, and I've done some research in this area. "
Su Yun said proudly.
To him, this was a major victory. His boss, who looked as invincible as a rock, was actually a paper tiger!
Chang Yue frowned and asked, "Aren't mental problems and weight loss caused by poor eating? What does it have to do with allergies?"
"What do you know?" Su Yun said. However, when Chang Yue raised her hand to push her glasses, he smiled and said, "Celiac disease is an autoimmune systemic disease that can affect multiple organs. The main affected area is the gastrointestinal tract, causing diarrhea, abdominal pain, anorexia, vomiting, abdominal bloating, and other digestive symptoms. In addition to the digestive system, it can also affect nerve cells, skin, bones, liver, and other parts. "
"It sounds like diarrhea. It's not as serious as wheat allergy, but when mental symptoms appear, it's scary," Su Yun explained to Chang Yue. Su Yun gestured to Chang Yue and explained, "Who would have thought that being persecuted is eating flour?"
"That can't be. If there was a problem, wouldn't he have to eat flour every day?" Chang Yue asked doubtfully. "I don't think it's very strict."
"Since when did you learn to argue?" Su Yun said disdainfully, "I remember there was a time when you were allergic to blood pressure medication after taking a lifetime of it. Are you a medical student?"
Chang Yue pushed her glasses and did not argue. Instead, she picked up a bottle of Maotai with an iron cap.
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Note: An article published in NEJM magazine in 2016.
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