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Volume 5, Issue 1, 2024
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Prevalence of Moderate to Severe Depressive Symptoms among Adults in the UAE: A Cross-sectional Study
ObjectiveThe objectives of the study were to assess the prevalence of moderate to severe depressive symptoms among adults aged 18 years or older, assess the relationship between the severity of depression and selected socio-demographic, psycho-social, lifestyle, and health-related factors, and identify the determinants of moderate-to-severe depressive symptoms in the adult population of 18 years and older in the Read More
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H3N2: A Perspective on Re-emergence of Influenza Pandemic
By Shakti RathAnnual seasonal influenza has been commonly experienced in most parts of the world since it was first introduced in 1968. The Influenza virus has been evolving genetically with time, which makes an escape into the host cell easier. The H1N1 Influenza pandemic started in 1918; by 1957, H1N1 was replaced by H2N2; following this, H3N2 emerged in 1968, replacing H2N2; in 2009, the H1N1 influenza re-emerged and lasted up to Read More
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Posterior Longitudinal Ligament Calcification with Myelopathy - A Case Report
Authors: Ebrahem Alyosef, Mariam Mohsin, Mavra Ali, Qonitah Gibrata and Biji Thomas GeorgeBackgroundOssification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL) constitutes a significant etiology of cervical myelopathy. The most common clinical presentations are myelopathy and radiculopathy, which result from a decrease in the spinal canal's volume and the spinal cord's subsequent compression by the ossified posterior longitudinal ligament. This results in motor and sensory deficits, especially in the extremities.Case Read More
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Efficacious, Nutritious and Delicious or Risky? Exploring the FODMAP Diet to Manage and Treat Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Authors: Reimara Valk, James Hammill and Mieke ValkIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a debilitating, complex, chronic disorder with a multifactorial etiopathogenesis, pathophysiology and clinical phenotype. IBS is the most common disorder of gut-brain interaction (DGBI), with a prevalence ranging from 7% to 23% globally. The burden of IBS on patients is considerable in terms of reduced quality of life. Furthermore, the costs to healthcare systems and society are substantial a Read More
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Antibiotic Dispensing Practice among Medicine Retailers of Butwal and Bhairahawa Cities: An Interventional Study
Authors: Anil Kumar Sah, Kadir Alam, Devendra S. Rathore, Rajesh Kumar Jha and Dharanidhar BaralBackgroundDispensing practice is the fundamental component of the rational use of drugs. Inappropriate dispensing of drugs can lead to Adverse drug reaction (ADR), Drug interaction (DI), therapeutic failure, and increased cost of treatment. In case of antibiotic misuse, it can lead to developing an extra burden of antibiotic resistance.ObjectiveThe objective of this study was to determine the antibiotic dispensing practi Read More
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oa A Comprehensive Review of Alternative Therapeutic Approaches for Nausea and Vomiting Relief in Pregnancy
Authors: Manish Panchal, Priyakshi Rana, Nitika Garg, Sanchit Dhankhar, Himanshu Sharma and Samrat ChauhanAlternative medication is used for treating the common problems associated with pregnancy. 80% of women suffer from morning sickness during pregnancy. Treatment during pregnancy via using non-pharmacological therapy is quite popular all over the world as it is safe and has no negative effects on the fetus. Nausea and vomiting are one of the most prominent problems faced by pregnant women. Acupressure and Aromat Read More
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Health Belief Model for Public Acceptance of Implementing COVID-19 Vaccination in Singkawang City, Indonesia
Authors: Theresia Lidia, Aris Widayati and Pramitha Esha Nirmala DewiBackgroundThe efficacy of immunization is contingent upon public acceptance. Using the behavioral theory of the Health Belief Model (HBM), this study seeks to determine intervention strategies against the most influential factor towards the acceptance of the COVID-19 vaccination program among the societies of Singkawang City.MethodsThis investigation involved a cross-sectional design. The perceived severity, susceptibilit Read More
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Pro-inflammatory Cytokines may Associate Periodontitis with Pregnancy Complications: A Short Review
Periodontitis is an oral inflammatory disease possessing detrimental impacts on supporting tissue of teeth (like gingiva, periodontal ligament, and alveolar bone) and involves a great number of individuals all over the world. One of the appropriate ways to prevent this disease is to find related risk factors. According to reports, pregnancy complications can be associated with this oral disease; however, the possible mechanisms l Read More
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Effect of Academic-related and Teaching and Learning-Related Stressors on Eating Habits among Medical Students: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Kinzaa Batool Khanum, Purnima Singh, Mahveen Nishat, Bibi Rabia and Anusha SreejithIntroductionStress occurs when people are faced with challenges and feel overwhelmed. Too much stress can cause negative effects on the body. Medical students especially feel a lot of stress due to their curriculum, which affects their eating habits and, in turn, their academic performance.ObjectiveThis study aimed to assess the effects of academic-related and teaching and learning-related stressors on the pa Read More
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The Effect of Expressing Emotions on the Psychological Well-Being of Individuals Suffering From Chronic Musculoskeletal Diseases
Authors: Yuksel Demirel and Mustafa GulsenBackground and Objective This study examines the effect of expressing emotions on the psychological well-being of individuals who have musculoskeletal disorders. Methods This descriptive study was conducted with 111 individuals suffering from musculoskeletal diseases who were undergoing treatment in a university hospital in a metropolitan city in Turkey. Personal information forms, the Emotion Expression Scale, Read More
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Preliminary Study of Kidney Transplantation from 2007-2019 in Isfahan, Iran
More LessBackground The optimal treatment for the End- Stage Renal Disease(ESRD) is called kidney transplantation, which can typically improve quality of life and patient survival. Aims The aim of this investigation was to evaluate clinical and demographic data of kidney transplantation in a main tertiary hospital in Isfahan/Iran. Objectives The published articles confirmed that a successful kidney transplant reduces mortality. Conse Read More
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Losartan: A Pharmacotherapy in Cardiovascular Disease
More LessBackground A recently published article confirmed that in 2019, around 523 million people suffered from cardiovascular disease (including 18.6 million deaths) worldwide. Losartan, a drug, was patented 35 years ago and approved for medical use in the United States in 1995 (28 years ago). As an effective treatment for hypertension, losartan blocks the interaction of angiotensin II with its receptor by inhibiting the renin-angio Read More
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A Case Report of Fibromyxoid Variant of Nephrogenic Adenoma of Prostatic Urethra: Morphology Mimicking Carcinoma
Authors: Teresa Rovira and Emil SalmoBackground Nephrogenic adenoma is an uncommon, benign, tumour-like lesion within the urothelial mucosa of the urinary tract caused by reimplantation and proliferation of the renal tubular cells that have been shed by chronic irritation of the mucosa of the urinary tract. Case Study We report a case of the rare fibromyxoid variant of nephrogenic adenoma in the prostate urethra. To the best of our knowledge, only a f Read More
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Domperidone-associated Ventricular Arrhythmia and Sudden Cardiac Death: A Descriptive Literature Review
More LessBackground Domperidone is an antiemetic and prokinetic agent that is widely used to treat nausea and vomiting, gastroparesis, and as a galactagogue. Objective This review article focuses on QT prolongation, torsades de pointes, severe ventricular arrhythmia, and sudden cardiac death associated with the use of domperidone or domperidone-containing products. Methods The online databases, such as Medline/Pu Read More
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Frequency of Cancer Associated with Children and Adolescents
More LessBackground More than 175,000 new cases of cancer in children are diagnosed every year worldwide. This study aimed to investigate the recorded cancer frequency in children and adolescents in Isfahan Province, Iran. As one of the main reasons for death among children and adolescents is reported as cancer with different prevalence worldwide, therefore, reporting the occurrence of cancers in this population is crucial. Met Read More
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Pediatric Phagophobia: A Systematic Review and a Case Report of Pharmacological Interventions
Authors: Haidar AlAbdullah, Abdulmohsin Almulhim and Ammar AlbannaBackground Phagophobia is characterized by conditioned excessive fear of swallowing or choking that is usually triggered by an incident. It usually leads to avoidance of certain types of food or, in severe forms, a complete refusal to eat solid food and/or liquids. The condition is commonly associated with physical and psychological symptoms impacting the health condition of the individual due to deprivation of essential nutr Read More
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Cell Physiological Behavior in the Context of Local Hypothermia
More LessLocal hypothermia has protective effects on injured endothelial cells, cardiomyocytes, and neurocytes. Unfortunately, the underlying mechanism of local hypothermia is still unknown. The overall effect of local hypothermia involves changes in cellular and extracellular homeostasis. Reduction in cellular metabolism is the hallmark effect of local hypothermia, resulting in a reduction in energy expenditure already impaired by starv Read More
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