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Assessing Calcium Intake in Perimenopausal Women from Anand City
Abstract: Calcium is an essential nutrient required for numerous biological functions and its dietary deficiency leads to osteoporosis, besides playing a significant role in the pathogenesis of other diseases. The data regarding dietary intake of calcium-rich ingredients in day to day life among perimenopausal women in Anand city is limited. Well performed and pretested questionnaire was used to evaluate the intake of calcium-rich ingredients. Maximum women were housewives and followed the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 12s–20s Read article
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Learning, Frame of Mind and Recognition towards “Hypothyroidism” in the Tertiary Consideration Emergency Clinics
Abstract: The thyroid gland is an endocrine gland which secretes its hormone directly into the bloodstream. It is a largest gland in the body. It plays an important role in calcium metabolism. The common causes of hypothyroidism in adults are Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, Lymphocytic thyroiditis, Thyroid destruction, Pituitary gland, Medications and Severe iodine deficiency. The study aims to learn, frame of mind and recognition towards “hypothyroidism” in the tertiary consideration emergency clinics. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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Therapeutic Effect of Asthishrunkhala (Cissus quadrangularis) in Fracture Healing and Other Disease Conditions
Abstract: Skeletal health is important to maintain quality life, as it is known that qualitative bone helps preventing untoward bone fractures because of a good level of bone marrow density (BMD), but due to several factors, like the ageing process the skeletal strength decreases from natural lowering of BMD, since ancient ages plants have served human beings as a natural source of treatment and therapies, among them many medicinal herbs have …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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Effective Antibiotics and ATP Loaded Delivery System in the Management of Diabetic Wounds
Abstract: The aim of present research work was to formulate and evaluate antibiotics and ATP-loaded delivery system (liposome) in the management of diabetic wounds. Wound is disturbance in the normal skin anatomy and their functions; tissue injury resulting in the “loss of continuity of epithelium with or without the loss of underlying connective tissue.” Wound bad is an ultimate situation for wound infection, while wound healing is a complex and dynamic …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Vaccine Candidates and Animal Models for Kala-Azar
Abstract: Kala-azar or Visceral Leishmaniasis (VL) is a serious human disease in tropical regions and rapidly emerging as an opportunistic infection in HIV patients. The available treatment against VL is associated with toxicity and drug resistance. Even though the development of vaccines against VL is received limited attention. The only successful immunization strategy in humans has been leishmanization, which is based on the development of durable immunity after recovery from infection …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 29–35 Read article
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Down’s Syndrome (DS): A Genetic Disorder
Abstract: Down’s syndrome (DS) is a chromosomal disorder which occurs due to an error in cell division subsequently leading to an extra 21st chromosome. DS or trisomy 21 is a condition where an individual has 47 chromosomes in each cell instead of 46. It is a multisystem disorder as it affects more than one system of our body. As a consequence, impairments in both cognitive ability and physical growth take place …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 21–26 Read article
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Over Expression of Genes at Long Arm of 21 Chromosome in Case of Down Syndrome
Abstract: Down Syndrome (DS) is a genetic disorder which is caused due to trisomy at chromosome 21 or gene dosage imbalance. DS leads to mental retardation in humans. It is a multisystem disorder as it affects several systems of our body like cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, neurological, hematopoietic and musculoskeletal system. The principal cause of DS is unknown yet. Some factors are responsible for DS. like reproduction at advanced maternal age, folic …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 27–34 Read article
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Assessment of Animal Trials Conducted on Protectivity of Potential Sub-unit and Recombinant Vaccines against Pasteurella multocida B:2
Abstract: Haemorrhagic septicaemia, caused by Pasteurella multocida serotypes B:2 and E:2, is an acute, fatal and septicaemic disease of bovines occurring as catastrophic epizootics in most tropical regions of Asia and Africa. As chemotherapeutic treatment of P. multocida infections is expensive and ineffective, prevention of disease outbreaks following immunization is the most potent tool. Although, various vaccine formulations as alum precipitated, oil adjuvant, multiple emulsion and live attenuated vaccines are currently …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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A short review on scenario of Type 1 diabetes in Australia
Abstract: Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is caused by an autoimmune attack on pancreatic beta cells that leads to insulin deficiency. The incidence of T1D in Australia has doubled over the past 20 years. T1D treatment focuses on physiological insulin replacement, aiming for near-normal blood glucose levels. Morbidity and mortality result in hypoglycemia in T1D. Better results can be achieved by following some of the new technologies which includes insulin pumps, continuous …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Lipid Profile Analysis in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients Belonging to Kota South
Abstract: Background: Diabetes mellitus is a category of metabolic disorders marked by persistently high blood sugar levels and abnormalities in the metabolism of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates as a result of deficiencies in the secretion or action of insulin, or both. Diabetic dyslipidemia is characterized by elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), reduced high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), and increased triglyceride (TG) levels. The objective of this study is to assess the lipid …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 38–41 Read article
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The Comparative Study of Health-Related Problems in Rural and Urban among the Common People in Systemic Diseases Like Metabolic and Endocrine Diseases
Abstract: The systemic and metabolic diseases are more common and complicated problems in modern health due to rapid disease development in people and poor health management. The systemic, metabolic diseases like diabetes mellitus, hypertension, HIV/AIDS, rheumatoid arthritis, SLE (systemic lupus erythematous) and endocrine diseases, parathyroid, hypothyroid, hyperthyroid, endocrine disease growth hormone deficiency and others etc. These diseases progress more due to rapid life style modifications in rural and urban population. The …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Study of Haemoglobin Status in First and Second Year MBBS Students
Abstract: Anaemia is a major public health problem. Present study was conducted in 200 undergraduate medical students. Haemoglobin values obtained by Sahli’s method was analysed and students were grouped into anaemic and non-anaemic group. Further grading of anaemia was done as per the WHO criterion. Results were analysed by using SPSS software. Results showed that 27.5% of medical students were anaemic. Gender-wise distribution was 18.35% of males and 38.46% of females …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 16–18 Read article
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Effect of Heavy Backpack Load and Carrying Duration on Musculoskeletal System: Review
Abstract: Carrying a heavy backpack load can have a detrimental musculoskeletal effect on the health status of school children, army, labor tasks and adults dealing with too heavy working loads. The purpose of this study is to review the literature, to investigate the effect of a collaboration of heavy backpack load on musculoskeletal activities whilst carrying different loads. Mendeley, Cochrane Library, PubMed, Academic Search Complete, Science Direct, and Google Scholar were …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 11–17 Read article
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Review on Histological and Functional Effect of Alcohol on Liver and Kidney
Abstract: Alcohol consumption represents the third largest risk factor for disease burden in most countries of the world. The purpose of this review is to give a comprehensive report of the existing data on the potential adverse effects of alcohol on liver and kidney toxicity. We used 82 different published materials for the compilation of this review article. The Google search engine was used for accessing published materials from databases like …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 49–62 Read article
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Primary Progressive Aphasia: Comparing Two Case Studies
Abstract: The present study was carried out with the aim of profiling symptoms of two clients with primary progressive aphasia (PPA). The first client was a 77-year-old female while the second client was a 69-year-old female. Both the clients experienced atrophy in different regions of the brain. The onset of the problem was more sudden in the second client as compared to the first client. The first client experienced more speech …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 21–23 Read article
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Various Aspects of Weaning
Abstract: During the important time of weaning, improper practices sometime leads to health issues in infants especially in the developing countries like, India. This article summarizes various recommendations about weaning. Mayo’s Clinic and The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months after birth and breastfeeding in combination with solid foods, until at least age 1. Infant and Young Child Feeding Guidelines: 2010 recommends even after …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 13–16 Read article
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A Comparative Study on the Effectiveness of Therapeutic Ultrasound and Phonophoresis in the Management of Jumper’s Knee
Abstract: It is very essential to know the effectiveness of one modality over the other and this study is designed to compare the effectiveness of therapeutic ultrasound and phonophoresis using piroxicam gel on jumper’s knee. Rehabilitation of jumper’s knee and correction of any deficiency is strength abnormal loading pattern and dysfunction is must. The various rehabilitation of aims on relief of pain, reduction of abusive load. Improving musculotendious function and maintaining …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Comparison of Dynamic Postural Control with and Without Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome using Star Excursion Balance Test
Abstract: Dynamic postural control is to control posture in all dynamic activities. Balance control is much needed in all postures. It is either static or dynamic. Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is a very common condition seen in adults as well as the elderly. Balance deficits are seen in subjects with PFPS; evaluation of the balance is a costly as well as time consuming. Majority of therapies do not have much concern …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Quantifying Strength and Endurance Measures of Lip and Tongue in Children with Cerebral palsy
Abstract: Children with cerebral palsy are often reported to have oromotor deficits. Hence, the present study aimed to investigate the strength and endurance of lip and tongue in cerebral palsy using the IOPI (Iowa Oral Performance Instrument) device. Ten children with cerebral palsy and 20 typically developing children in the age range of 6–8 years were selected for the study. The results indicated that the cerebral palsy group had poor strength …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Epidemiology, Diagnosis, Management and Treatment of Diabetes Mellitus (DM): A Review
Abstract: Diabetes mellitus (DM), a condition caused by metabolic abnormalities, is the most common worldwide. Sometimes known as diabetes, in which a person's blood sugar levels are abnormally high, either because the body does not make enough insulin or because the insulin that is produced does not reach the cells. Polyuria (frequent urine), polydipsia (increased thirst), and polyphagia are all common indicators of elevated blood sugar (increased hunger). Type 1 diabetes, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 36–50 Read article