scholarly journals Atopic Dermatitis and the Atopic March: What Is New?

2011 ◽  
Vol 2011 ◽  
pp. 1-5 ◽  
Author(s):  
Annalisa Patrizi ◽  
Alessandro Pileri ◽  
Federica Bellini ◽  
Beatrice Raone ◽  
Iria Neri ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Atopic Dermatitis ◽  
Respiratory Diseases ◽  
Population Studies ◽  
Skin Permeability ◽  
Preventive Strategies ◽  
Complex Mechanism ◽  
Predisposing Factor ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Atopic March ◽  
Barrier Defect

Objective. In this paper the authors review the management of atopic dermatitis (AD) and the association between AD and allergic respiratory diseases. Data Sources. PubMed databases, researching articles in the last 15 years. Results. Studies about atopic march are cross-sectional population studies at different ages. They show that the most important predisposing factor for atopy is a decrease of the filaggrin's expression. Conclusions. The most modern theories seem to show that the most important factor which starts the atopic march is represented by an impaired epidermal barrier. It causes an increase in skin permeability to allergens that could induce sensitization even in the airways. The major predisposing factor is a primary inherited epithelial barrier defect resulting from filaggrin gene mutation, but other factors may play a role in this complex mechanism. Further studies are needed to focus on AD treatment and preventive strategies.

scholarly journals Cow’s milk exposure and atopic dermatitis after six months of age

2017 ◽  
Vol 56 (6) ◽  
pp. 325
Author(s):  
Surya Jayanti Kadek ◽  
Dewi Kumara Wati Ketut ◽  
Karyana Putu Gede
Keyword(s):  
Atopic Dermatitis ◽  
Maternal Diet ◽  
Multiple Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cow’S Milk ◽  
Milk Formula ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Cow's Milk ◽  
Study Population

Background About 60% of individuals with atopic dermatitis (AD) develop their first manifestation during infancy. Cow’s milk (CM) exposure is considered to be a risk factor for AD.Objective To evaluate for an association between cow’s milk exposure and atopic dermatitis in infants > 6 months of age.  Methods This cross-sectional study consisted of subjects from a previous study and new subjects recruited in order to meet the minimum required number of subjects. Our study population comprised 120 infants, born between 1 February and 30 November, 2012 in Sanglah Hospital, Denpasar. Subjects were divided into CM and non-CM groups and analyzed for their risk of AD. Subjects were included to CM group if they were fed with cow’s milk/formula  and included to non-CM group if they were breastfeed exclusively in the first six months of life. Other possible risk factors were assessed by multivariate analysis. Results One hundred twenty subjects were enrolled and analyzed (59 in the CM and 61 in the non-CM groups). The prevalence of AD was 30%. Multiple logistic regression analysis revealed a significant association between CM exposure and AD, with odds ratio (OR) 2.37 (95%CI 1.036 to 5.420; P=0.04). In addition, maternal diet including eggs and/or cow’s milk during the breastfeeding period was significantly associated with AD in infants (OR 3.18; 95%CI 1.073 to 9.427; P=0.04).Conclusion Cow’s milk exposure is significantly associated with atopic dermatitis in infants  > six months of age. 

scholarly journals The Role of New Technologies to Prevent Suicide in Adolescence: A Systematic Review of the Literature

Medicina ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 57 (2) ◽  
pp. 109
Author(s):  
Alberto Forte ◽  
Giuseppe Sarli ◽  
Lorenzo Polidori ◽  
David Lester ◽  
Maurizio Pompili
Keyword(s):  
Suicide Prevention ◽  
Mobile Applications ◽  
English Language ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Text Messages ◽  
Health Concern ◽  
Preventive Strategies ◽  
Open Label ◽  
Cross Sectional

Background and objectives: Suicide in adolescents represents a major public health concern. To date, a growing number of suicide preventive strategies based on the use of new technologies are emerging. We aimed to provide an overview of the present literature on the use of new technologies in adolescent suicide prevention. Materials and methods: An electronic search was run using the following keywords: Technology OR Technologies OR APP OR Application OR mobile application) AND (Adolescent OR youth OR puberty) AND (Suicid* OR Self-harm OR self-destruction). Inclusion criteria were: English language, published in a peer-reviewed journal, suicide prevention with the use of new technologies among adolescents. Results: Our search strategy yielded a total of 12 studies on the use of telemedicine, 7 on mobile applications, and 3 on language detection. We also found heterogeneity regarding the study design: 3 are randomized controlled trials (RCT), 13 are open-label single group trials, 2 are randomized studies, and 1 is a cross-sectional study. Telemedicine was the most adopted tool, especially web-based approaches. Mobile applications mostly focused on screening of depressive symptoms and suicidal ideation, and for clinical monitoring through the use of text messages. Although telepsychiatry and mobile applications can provide a fast and safe tool, supporting and preceding a face-to-face clinical assessment, only a few studies demonstrated efficacy in preventing suicide among adolescents through the use of these interventions. Some studies suggested algorithms able to recognize people at risk of suicide from the exploration of the language on social media posts. Conclusions: New technologies were found to be well accepted and tolerated supports for suicide prevention in adolescents. However, to date, few data support the use of such interventions in clinical practice and preventive strategies. Further studies are needed to test their efficacy in suicide prevention among adolescents and young adults.

scholarly journals Asthma prevalence and associated factors among lebanese adults: the first national survey

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Zeina Akiki ◽  
Danielle Saadeh ◽  
Rita Farah ◽  
Souheil Hallit ◽  
Hala Sacre ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Allergic Rhinitis ◽  
Family History ◽  
Respiratory Diseases ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Asthma Prevalence ◽  
Cluster Sampling ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Current Asthma ◽  
Chronic Respiratory Diseases ◽  
History Of

Abstract Background No national research has yet explored the prevalence of asthma among adults in Lebanon. This study aims to evaluate the prevalence of physician-diagnosed asthma and current asthma, and their determinants among Lebanese adults 16 years old or above. Methods A cross-sectional study was carried out using a multistage cluster sampling. The questionnaire used collected information on asthma, respiratory symptoms, and risk factors. Results The prevalence of physician-diagnosed asthma was 6.7% (95% CI 5–8.7%), and that of current asthma was 5% (95% CI 3.6–6.9%). Chronic symptoms such as cough, wheezing, and shortness of breath were worst at night. Factors positively associated with physician-diagnosed asthma were a secondary educational level (adjusted OR, aOR = 4.45), a family history of chronic respiratory diseases (aOR = 2.78), lung problems during childhood (15.9), and allergic rhinitis (4.19). Additionally, consuming fruits and vegetables less than once per week (3.36), a family history of chronic respiratory diseases (3.92), lung problems during childhood (9.43), and allergic rhinitis (8.12) were positively associated with current asthma. Conclusions The prevalence of asthma was within the range reported from surrounding countries. However, repeated cross-sectional studies are necessary to evaluate trends in asthma prevalence in the Lebanese population.

scholarly journals Examining Dementia Family Caregivers’ Forgone Care for General Practitioners and Medical Specialists during a COVID-19 Lockdown

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (7) ◽  
pp. 3688
Author(s):  
Perla Werner ◽  
Aviad Tur-Sinai ◽  
Hanan AboJabel
Keyword(s):  
Family Caregivers ◽  
Emotional Support ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Behavioral Model ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Enabling Factors ◽  
Dementia Caregivers ◽  
Predisposing Factor ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Medical Specialists

The present study aimed to assess dementia caregivers’ reports of the prevalence and correlates of forgone care regarding visits to a general practitioner (GP) and to a specialist during the COVID-19 lockdown in Israel, using Andersen’s Behavioral Model of Healthcare Utilization. A cross-sectional study using an online survey was conducted with 73 Israeli family caregivers of persons with dementia residing in the community (81% Jews, 86% female, mean age = 54). Overall, one out of two participants reported having to delay seeking needed help from a GP or a specialist for themselves, as well as for their relatives with dementia, during the COVID-19 lockdown period. Among the predisposing factor, education was associated with caregivers’ reports regarding forgone care for themselves as well as for their loved ones. Living with the care-receiver and income level were the enabling factors associated with forgone care for caregivers. Finally, feelings of burden were associated with caregivers’ forgone care and feelings of loneliness and perceptions of the care-receiver’s cognitive functioning were associated with care-receivers’ forgone care. Our findings show that it is essential that this population receive appropriate practical and emotional support at times of distress and crisis to enable them to continue with their caregiving role.

Antinuclear antibodies in atopic dermatitis: a cross-sectional study on 346 children

2014 ◽  
Vol 54 (1) ◽  
pp. 24-28 ◽  
Author(s):  
Krista Ress ◽  
Kaja Metsküla ◽  
Triine Annus ◽  
Urve Putnik ◽  
Kristi Lepik ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Atopic Dermatitis ◽  
Antinuclear Antibodies ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional

CLINICALAND MYCOLOGICAL PROFILE OF ONYCHOMYCOSIS IN A HILLY STATE OF NORTH - EAST INDIA .

2021 ◽  
pp. 41-43
Author(s):  
Subrata kumar Das ◽  
Saptadipa Das
Keyword(s):  
Epidemiological Data ◽  
Common Species ◽  
Term Treatment ◽  
Predisposing Factor ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Diagnostic Strategies ◽  
North East India ◽  
North East ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
Long Term Treatment

Background: Onychomycosis is a chronic fungal infection of nger nails and toe nails. It is a non life threatening condition and requires long-term treatment. Mostly patients seek medical care for cosmetic purpose unless it gets secondarily infected and produce pain. Aims: The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of various causative agents of onychomycosis and to study the clinical and mycological patterns of onychomycosis . Material and Methods: This was a cross sectional observational study which was carried over a period of one year , from December 2019 to November 2020 . A total of 47 patients were included in the study , who visited Dermatology OPD of SMIMS , Sikkim, India. After clinical evaluation , nail samples were subjected for KOH mount and culture. Results:This study included 47 patients of clinically diagnosed onychomycosis , 30 males and 17 males . In the present study maximum number of patients belonged to the age group 30-40 years with 28 patients . Most of the study subjects , 22 were agricultural worker . We found that trauma to the nails was the commonest predisposing factor 17. Out of 47 patients 33 patients were KOH positive and 21 patients were culture positive. Most common type of onychomycosis was Distal lateral subungual onychomycosis with 2 cases . Most common species identied in our study was T.rubram with 5 patients , followed by T. mentagrophytes with 3 patients. Conclusion: Along dermatophytes , NDM and yeasts were also common aetiological agents of onychomycosis. Since onychomycosis can cause physical , psychological and occupational problems, the clinico-epidemiological data can be helpful in development of preventive and diagnostic strategies.

Relationship Between Body Mass Index and Chronic Periodontitis

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 7-10
Author(s):  
Shreeya Aryal ◽  
Ameena Pradhan ◽  
Shilu Shrestha ◽  
Surendra Man Shrestha
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Periodontal Disease ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Disease Status ◽  
Periodontal Pocket ◽  
Potential Threat ◽  
Predisposing Factor ◽  
Clinical Attachment Loss ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attachment Loss

Introduction: Obesity is regarded as unnecessary body fat in ratio to lean body mass. Besides being an established risk factor for cardiovascular and other systemic diseases, obesity has been suggested to be a potential threat for periodontitis as well. Objective: The objective of the study was to learn relationship between body mass index (BMI) and periodontal disease. Methods: This analytical cross-sectional study was conducted at People’s Dental College from February 16 to April 15, 2021 after ethical approval. Seventy-two participants were selected conveniently who, on the basis of calculation of weight and height were allocated into two groups: Group A: participants with normal BMI, Group B: Obese/ overweight individuals. Plaque index, gingival index, periodontal pocket, and clinical attachment loss were recorded in both the groups to assess the periodontal disease status. On basis of findings, the two groups were statistically compared. Results: The result showed clinical attachment loss was significantly higher (P <0.001) in overweight/obese group than in normal BMI group (P =0 .001). Conclusion: The findings of this study suggest that obesity and overweight can be a possible predisposing factor for periodontal disease.

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