Vol. 12 No. 3 (2023): Chettinad Health City Medical Journal

Editorial

Revolutionising Medical Education: The Impact and Future of Technology

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  • October 1st 2023
  • Raja D
Abstract

The incorporation of technology in medical education has transformed the landscape of how healthcare professionals are trained. With advancements in technology, medical education has witnessed innovative teaching methods, improved access to information, and enhanced interactive learning experiences.

Research Article

A Case Series of Our Experiences with Rhinosporidiosis in a Tertiary Care Center

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  • October 1st 2023
  • Priya K, Raghvi A
Abstract

The cause of rhinosporidiosis, a chronic granulomatous lesion, is a fungus called Rhinosporidium seeberi that belongs to the phycomycete class of the Mesomycetozoea family. In most cases, it primarily affects the nose and nasopharynx.

A Cross-sectional Observational Study to Assess Clinical Characteristics, Prescription Patterns and Health-related Quality of Life in Patients with Migraine at a Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital

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  • October 1st 2023
  • Vidhi D Kapadi, Kushal S Parekh
Abstract

Many people around the world suffer greatly from mi-graine. It is critical to comprehend the clinical nuances, therapeutic ap-proaches, and wider quality-of-life concerns that affect these patients.

A Study of Quality of Life of Mothers Having Children with Special Needs

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  • October 1st 2023
  • Arun Kumar, Kishan Kumar Singh
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Even though there is more and more written about the quality of life of mothers and families with disabled children, most of such studies have been done in Western countries. In India, little has been studied about the quality of life of mothers of disabled children.

A Study to Assess the Work Stress of Indian Nurses Helping in Combating COVID-19 Pandemic in Sikar

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  • October 1st 2023
  • Pankaj Sharma, Jain P, Jitendra Malviya
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The goal of this research is to examine the prevalence of stress in the workplace experienced by Indian nurses in Sikar in the battle against the illness caused by the Coronavirus Disease 2019 and to determine the relevant elements that are contributing to this stress.

Assessment of Attitude and Awareness Towards Preventive Dentistry among Parents of Anganwadi Children in Chennai - A Cross-Sectional Study

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  • October 1st 2023
  • RK Swetha, N Vignesh, R Ganesh, B Selvamani, M Sasikala
Abstract

Usually, parents are less aware that preventive oral health and dental procedures may have an impact on the general health and well-being of the children. Parental negligence may result in unfavourable dental and general health consequences.

Association of Perceived Stress and Symptoms of Depression with Eating Patterns among Students in a University in Delhi: A Cross-sectional Study

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  • October 1st 2023
  • Chaitali Shankar, Seema Rani, Anjali Kaushik
Abstract

The most common health problem among university students is stress and hence a few symptoms of depression are quite frequently observed among them. Depression can negatively affect one’s ability to work, study, eat, sleep and even enjoy life.

Burden of Rotavirus (RV) Infection in Children Below Five Years of Age Having Acute Diarrhoea and Pattern of Circulating Genotypes in a Community in Indore City of Madhya Pradesh

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  • October 1st 2023
  • Aakansha Gupta, Harshada Shah
Abstract

Determining the prevalence of rotavirus in a specific area can provide valuable insights regarding its seasonality, aid the healthcare system in effectively managing cases of acute diarrhoea, and contribute to the prevention of drug misuse.

Effectiveness of Balloon-blowing Exercises and Incentive Spirometry in Chest Intubated Patients

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  • October 1st 2023
  • Sidhant Darekar, Poonam Patil
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The present study was done to compare the impact of balloon-blowing exercises (BBE) with incentive spirometry in chest intubated patients of the older age group and to compare their efficacy in improving chest expansion as well as peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR).

Effectiveness of Capsular Stretching and Strengthening of Shoulder on Back Pain among Recreational Volleyball Players

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  • October 1st 2023
  • Pallavi B Chougale, Poonam Patil
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Athletes that frequently perform overhead movements acquire shoulder capsule tightness, and the players can make up for this lack of range of motion by rotating the back more, using their back muscles to strike a smash. Shoulder capsule tightness and back pain are thus indirectly related. Back pain results from their back muscles being overused. The current study assesses how a 3-week stretching and strengthening protocol helps recreational volleyball players with back pain.

Exploring the Relationship between Balance and Cognition in Middle-Aged Individuals with Diabetes and Hypertension: A Cross-sectional Study

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  • October 1st 2023
  • Sanjiv Kumar, Jeba Chitra, Jorida Fernandes, Ankita Shetty, Apoorva Nale, Christina Mary George, Neha Yadav
Abstract

Diabetes and hypertension are commonly occurring noncommunicable diseases across the world. India is known as the diabetescapital of the world since more than 62 million individuals are presently suffering from diabetes. The risk of dementia increases in individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM). Similarly, in individuals with hypertension (HTN), there is an increased risk of balance impairment due to reduced sensory inputs from peripheral nerves to the CNS. This study has been taken up to evaluate the correlation between balance and cognition in the adult Indian population suffering from diabetes and hypertension using the Berg Balance and Montreal Cognitive Assessment scale.

Group Reminiscence as an Effective Intervention for Cognitive Impairment among Rural Older Adults in South India: A Randomised Controlled Trial

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  • October 1st 2023
  • David Ratna Paul Talagathoti, Varalakshmi Manchana
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Early identification of cognitive impairment and adopting measures to promote cognitive health is essential for a better quality of life. Reminiscence is a psychosocial intervention and is one of the effective non-pharmacological interventions to promote cognitive health in older adults. The present study aims to investigate the effectiveness of group reminiscence among older adults.

Loratadine-loaded Niosomal Transdermal Patch for Treating Allergic Issues: A Design Expert�s Associated Fabrication and Evaluation

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  • October 1st 2023
  • Charan Sailaja, Pradeep Kumar Bhupalam
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Loratadine (LRD) is a second-generation H1 histamine antagonist and is helpful in the treatment of allergies. Methods: The Box Behnken design (BBD) was used in this study to create nine LRD niosomes, which were then cast in solvent and put on transdermal patches. The niosomes’ dimensions, shape, zeta potential, and degree of entrapment efficiency were then assessed. On the LRD entrapment, the niosomes’ cholesterol, Span-40, Span-60, and Span-80 concentrations were measured. The patch system was filled with the optimised niosomal formulations. Then, each patch was described using its physicochemical properties and results from in vitro permeation studies.

Magnitude and Burden of Deliberate Self-harm (Poisoning) Cases in SKIMS Soura - A Prospective Study in A Tertiary Care Hospital

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  • October 1st 2023
  • Mohd Iqbal Dar, Noorul Amin, Mudasir Sharief Banday, Farooq Ahmad Jan
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Some of the drugs, like benzodiazepine, tricyclic antidepressants, etc. that are used on a daily basis for the treatment of various diseases become poisonous only when they are used in higher concentrations or in bulk quantities deliberately in order to induce some other effect for which the drug is not actually prescribed or advised.

Risk Estimation and Stratification of Urinary Incontinence: Its Determinants and Quality of Life in Indian Females - A Cross-sectional Study

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  • October 1st 2023
  • Reema Joshi, Manisha Rathi
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The International Continence Society defined urinary incontinence (UI) as “involuntary loss of urine which is deleterious and causes social embarrassment and creates negative self-perception in females”.India has a 21.8% prevalence of UI which increases with age.

Social Support among People Living with HIV/ AIDS (PLHA) in Kannur District, India

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  • October 1st 2023
  • Sobhith V K, Daniel Solomon M
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The HIV/ AIDS epidemic is still a threat to the health and well-being of people globally. It is important to understand protective factors like social support among People Living with HIV/ AIDS (PLHA).

Review Article

A Review of Literature on the Efficacy of Aerobic Exercises on Stereotypic Behaviour for Autism Spectrum Disorder

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  • October 1st 2023
  • Rachael Lourdez Sonia D, Prasanna Mohan, R Sedhunivas, S Senthil Kumar
Abstract

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a heterogeneous neurobiological condition that features restricted, repetitive, and stereotypic behaviour, and impairments in social interaction and verbal and non-verbal communication. Autism is caused due to genetic and environmental factors. Autism is classified into five major types: Rett’s disorder, Asperger’s disorder, autistic disorder, childhood disintegrative disorder, and pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified. Stereotypic behaviour is involuntary; sensorial self-regulation activities are present in autistic children. Aerobic exercise (AE) is described as a type of exercise that elevates the heart rate and oxygen consumption of the body. It has been seen to cause improvement in an ASD child’s physical development, cognitive development, and body composition.

An Update on Risk Factors for Coronary Heart Disease and Dietary Recommendations for Treatment and Prevention

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  • October 1st 2023
  • KR Padma, KR Don, B Dinesh, D Karthikeyan, M Vaishnavi
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Globally, cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the number one cause of death and disability. Knowing the CVD risk factors could provide crucial insights into how to handle this major public health issue and comprehend its genesis. Many clinical illnesses are linked to autonomic imbalance, which is defined by an overactive sympathetic and an underactive parasympathetic nervous system. Many hereditary and behavioural variables influence the likelihood of getting coronary heart disease (CHD). The CHD threat issues have an idiopathic origin, which suggests that the illness may pass down through generations as a result of genetic variance. Two further probable causes of CHD include autonomic dysfunction and the Omega-3 Index.

Short Communication

Best Mass Vaccination Model, Seattle, USA

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  • October 1st 2023
  • Subha Devi S, Rathinasamy M, Rijoe Rajulin, Subham Nirala
Abstract

Many COVID-19 messenger ribonucleic acid vaccines have been rapidly rolled out after determining their efficacy.1 These were administered free of cost by the American Government and mass vaccination was carried out by hospitals, pharmacies and medical-related private agencies through mass vaccination campaigns conducted every day, which appeared to be the leading and the best vaccine delivery model.

Perspective

Unlocking Independence: The Promising Role of Occupational Therapy in Enhancing Quality Functioning for Individuals with Thalassemia

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  • October 1st 2023
  • Pankaj Kumar, Amita Barad, B Nibedita Priyadarshinee
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Thalassemia patients struggle with symptoms like exhaustion, weakness, stunted growth, joint discomfort, cardiac issues, and emotional difficulties. They may benefit from occupational therapy, which aids people with physical, mental, or developmental disabilities in achieving their goals. Occupational therapists can assist with energy conservation, joint protection, patient education and training, emotional support, restoration and adaptations. Individuals with thalassemia may benefit from comprehensive care that includes occupational therapy. Occupational therapists can assist people with thalassemia in enhancing their quality of life, achieving their objectives, playing their roles, and keeping up with their routine by addressing the physical, emotional, and environmental problems presented by the condition. According to the evaluation, occupational therapy holds promise for improving the quality of life for people with thalassemia. Further study is required in this field.

Case Study

Homoeopathic Management for Diabetic Foot Ulcer: A Case Report

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  • October 1st 2023
  • Samir Nadgauda, Ragini M Raut, Nilofer M Shaikh
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Patients with diabetes mellitus, over a period of time, develop peripheral neuropathy with peripheral artery disease, which progresses further into the diabetic foot. Many diabetic foot patients do not respond to conservative treatment as the pathology progresses to such an extent that amputation is the only option that can save the remaining unaffected limb and health. In many cases, it has been observed that homeopathic medicines are effective in the rapid healing of the ulcer thereby preventing amputations.