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29 articles for “neurological symptoms”
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Neurotoxic Effects of Chronic Arsenic Exposure Among Leather Tannery Workers in Kanpur
Abstract: Chronic arsenic exposure is a known health risk, with potential neurotoxic effects. In industrial settings like leather tanneries, workers are particularly vulnerable due to prolonged exposure to chemicals, including arsenic. This study aims to investigate the neurotoxic effects of chronic arsenic exposure among leather tannery workers in Kanpur, focusing on symptoms of neurological damage and related health outcomes. To evaluate the prevalence of neurotoxic symptoms among leather tannery workers in …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 39–46 Read article
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A Study on the Comparative Changes in Nutritional Status in Follow-Up of End Stage Renal Disease Patients
Abstract: Dialysis Disequilibrium Syndrome (DDS) is a rare but serious neurological complication associated with hemodialysis, particularly during the initiation phase or in patients with high metabolic derangements. It is characterized by a range of neurological symptoms resulting from rapid shifts in plasma osmolality, leading to cerebral edema. Despite advancements in dialysis techniques, DDS continues to pose a clinical challenge due to its unpredictable nature and potential for severe outcomes. The present …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 9–13 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Risk Factors and Symptoms of Dialysis Disequilibrium Syndrome among Patients Undergoing Hemodialysis
Abstract: Dialysis Disequilibrium Syndrome (DDS) is a rare but potentially life-threatening neurological complication associated with hemodialysis, particularly during initiation or in high-risk patients. It is characterized by a spectrum of neurological manifestations ranging from mild symptoms such as headache and nausea to severe outcomes including seizures, coma, and death. Early identification of risk factors and prompt recognition of symptoms are crucial to prevent morbidity and mortality. The present study aimed to …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Advancements in Nanotechnology and Biosensor Integration for Detection and Treatment of Alice in Wonderland Syndrome
Abstract: Alice in Wonderland Syndrome (AIWS) is an uncommon neurological condition characterized by profound distortions in perception. Individuals with AIWS experience altered body image and spatial awareness, often perceiving objects, surroundings, or even their own body as being unusually large, small, or distorted. The condition presents a unique challenge for both diagnosis and management due to its elusive and varied symptoms. This paper explores how advancements in nanotechnology and biosensor integration …
Published in Nano Trends – A Journal of Nano Technology & Its Applications · Vol. 26, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Determining the Root Causes of Complications in Hemodialysis Maintenance Therapy
Abstract: As with peritoneal dialysis and kidney transplantation, hemodialysis has been considered one of the most effective therapies for the replacement of kidney function. While this helps to save patients with the disease by decreasing morbidity /mortality/ rates, this medication has some side effects. These may manifest during the dialysis process alongside the ongoing treatment. Avoiding these barriers becomes crucial for improving the patients’ prognosis in this context.We are going to …
Published in Emerging Trends in Metabolites · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 27–47 Read article
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Heavy Metal Exposure in Industrial Workers of Punjab
Abstract: Background: Particularly for those in sectors such textiles, metallurgy, and electronics, heavy metal exposure in industrial environments is a major health issue. A range of negative health effects can result from metal exposure including lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), chromium (Cr), arsenic (As), and nickel (Ni), including neurological, pulmonary, and renal ones. There is little information available on the degree of heavy metal exposure industrial workers in Punjab, India experience. Objective: …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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The Multifaceted Vitamin B6: Metabolism, Cardiovascular Health, Cognition, and Cancer
Abstract: Vitamin B6 is hydrophilic and plays a crucial role in various metabolic processes. It acts as a cofactor in different enzymatic reactions. Vitamin B6 exists in various forms, including pyridoxal 5'-phosphate (PLP), the most active form. Vitamin B6 is essential for amino acid metabolism, such as PLP is essential for transamination, the process of transferring amino groups between amino acids. This is vital for synthesizing non-essential amino acids and breaking …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 33–39 Read article
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Studying the effects of Exposure to Chemicals on The brain and Nervous System and The risk of Chemical Pollution
Abstract: Scientific research and studies on chemical pollution show that exposure of the brain and nervous system to chemicals causes serious damage ranging from cognitive, motor, and nerve cell disorders to chronic diseases such as Alzheimer's and neurological paralysis. These substances (such as lead ions, mercury, solvents that combine and dissolve easily in the blood, and pesticides) disrupt neurotransmitters and cause cell damage, especially during the early stages of body development. …
Published in International Journal of Brain Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Potential Implication of Ayurveda in Hemiplegia: A Case Study
Abstract: Introduction: The most prevalent condition, hemiplegia, is caused by a stroke that results in a neurological deficiency affecting one or both sides of the body, affecting the face, upper and lower limbs, and trunk. Due to similarities in clinical signs and symptoms, this illness and Pakshaghata in Ayurveda can be compared. According to Acharya Charaka, it is a Vatavyadhi, meaning that the pathophysiology of the condition involves vitiated Vata Dosha. …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 37–41 Read article
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Pharmacological Management of Parkinson’s Disease: Current Therapies and Emerging Treatments
Abstract: Objective: Parkinson's disease, behind Alzheimer's, is the second most common neurodegenerative ailment and a major cause of neurological morbidity worldwide. Clinical diagnosis is made, and current management is limited to symptomatic treatments, with levodopa remaining the cornerstone of pharmaceutical therapy. In certain patient groups, deep brain stimulation of specific basal ganglia targets can provide significant clinical relief. There are currently no proven disease-modifying medicines in clinical use that can halt …
Published in International Journal of Genetic Modifications and Recombinations · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 27–39 Read article
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Exploring the Complexities of Parkinson’s Disease
Abstract: Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurological disorder, primarily affecting older adults, marked by both motor and non-motor symptoms. This review explores PD as a multisystem disorder that influences the central, enteric, and autonomic nervous systems, along with the immune system and gastrointestinal tract. Key pathogenic features include the degeneration of dopamine-producing neurons in the substantia nigra and the formation of Lewy bodies containing misfolded α-synuclein proteins. The bradykinesia, tremors, stiffness, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Comparative Efficacy and Safety of Safinamide and Rasagiline in the Treatment of Parkinson’s Disease: A Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review
Abstract: Background: Recent studies have suggested Rasagiline and Safinamide monotherapy as potential management options for Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s disease, a neurological disorder characterized by tremors and movement difficulties, necessitates treatments aimed at managing clinical symptoms. Levodopa remains the primary effective treatment for Parkinson’s disease symptoms; however, its long-term use often leads to motor complications in many patients. Additional therapeutic drugs, such as dopamine agonists and monoamine oxidase B inhibitors, including Safinamide …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 74–91 Read article
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A Review on: Cotard’s Syndrome
Abstract: Cotard’s Syndrome is a rare and severe mental health condition characterized by nihilistic delusions, in which individuals firmly believe that they are dead, no longer exist, or that parts of their body are decaying or missing. These beliefs are not symbolic or metaphorical but are experienced as absolute truths, making the disorder particularly distressing and difficult to manage. The syndrome is most commonly observed in association with major depressive disorder, …
Published in Recent Trends in Infectious Diseases · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 5–9 Read article
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A General Review of Mucuna Pruriens W.S.R to its effect on Parkinson’s Disease.
Abstract: Mucuna Pruriens is a very famous drug prescribed in classical ayurvedic science in various disorder of Nervous System including Kampavata .In Clinical Practice ,Physician used Levadopa as a Dopamine replacement agent in controlling bradykinetic symptoms apparent in Parkinson disease so used successfully in treatment of Parkinson disease.Kapikacchu(Mucuna Pruriens) is having Balya, Brimhanaha, Vrishya, and Vatahara properties and is a natural source of L-dopa. So, keeping in views of the degenerative …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Multiple Sclerosis: A Brief Overview of the Disease, Its Pharmacotherapy
Abstract: Multiple Sclerosis is an autoimmune disorder mostly affecting individuals aged between 20-40. In this disorder, the optic, vertebral, and central nervous system nerves are primarily impacted. It is a neurological condition that worsens over time and is characterized by inflammation and the breakdown of the sheath that surrounds and shields the nerve fiber. Common symptoms may include muscle weakness, numbness, tingling, fatigue, vertigo, tremor, vision complications, pain, Lhermitte sign, sexual …
Published in International Journal of Brain Sciences · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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Basic Concept and Role of Memory Enhancer (Muqawwi- E-Hafiza) Unani Drugs in the Management of Alzheimer’s Disease (Nisyaan-E-Shekhukhi): A Review
Abstract: Alzheimer's disease is a neurological disorder in which the death of brain cells causes memory loss and cognitive decline, defined as a dementing illness in which anterograde amnesia is a dominant symptom and is the most common cause of Dementia in the elderly. There is no direct mention of this condition in classical Greek literature, but Alzheimer's disease is almost always associated with forgetfulness or fasaad-e-takhayy’ul. Although the etiology is …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science Read article
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Intelligent Polymer-Integrated Wearable Platforms for Sustainable IoT and Predictive Health Monitoring for Migraine Detection
Abstract: Migraine is a neurological disorder, and its effect on the global workforce is resultantly significant. However, the fact of the matter is the absence of notable technological breakthroughs and the fact that the technology presently available is reactive, meaning it tackles the symptoms of the attack after the attack has occurred. The requirement for this paper is, therefore, the provision of an innovative approach, and this paper will describe the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 946–960 Read article
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Marchiafava Bignami Syndrome: A Review
Abstract: Marchiafava-Bignami syndrome (MBS) is a rare neurological disorder characterized by demyelination and necrosis of the corpus callosum, which is the main bundle of nerve fibers connecting the two hemispheres of the brain. MBS primarily affects individuals with chronic alcoholism, although cases unrelated to alcohol consumption have also been reported. The corpus callosum is affected in almost a pathognomonic way. The clinical presentation is based on neurological impairment, motor abnormalities, seizures, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 21–25 Read article
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Comprehending and Managing Restless Leg Syndrome
Abstract: An need to move that arises during rest or is made worse by rest, that happens in the evening or at night, and that goes away or gets better with movement is the hallmark of restless legs syndrome (RLS), a frequent sensorimotor disease. The degree, frequency, and age of start of symptoms vary greatly; severe types can impair mood, quality of life, and sleep. Periodic leg movements are common in …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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A Review: Homeopathic Remedies and Their Potential Neurological Implications in Depression and Asthma
Abstract: Homeopathy, based on the principle “like cures like”, has gained popularity as a complementary treatment for chronic diseases, including depression and asthma. Both health conditions have a profound impact on the quality of life of individuals and are often treated with pharmacological interventions such as antidepressants and bronchodilators. This review reviews homeopathic remedies used to treat depression and asthma, evaluating the available clinical evidence. Although some studies suggest that homeopathy …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 15–20 Read article