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A Cross-Sectional Study On The Mental Health Of Survivors Of Covid-19 In Tamil Nadu, India, Guruvammal Paramasivam, Vikhram Ramasubramanian, Sugaparaneetharan Ayyanar, S. Mathumathi, P. Bijulakshmi

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background:

The novel coronavirus COVID 19 has been having an impact on the mental health of people. Studies have shown that a considerable percentage of people who have recovered from the infection suffer from mental health issues. Hence, it is important to follow-up on the persons who have recovered from the illness so that adequate support is provided to aid in reducing morbidity due to the illness.

METHODOLOGY:

The study was conducted among persons who had recovered from COVID-19 in a single hospital. Participants were contacted a month following their discharge from the hospital and they were encouraged to fill …

Prevalence And Predictors Of Stress During Covid Pandemic Among Health-Care Workers In India A Systematic Review, Janmejaya Samal, Bornali Datta, Subbanna Jonnalagada

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

The COVID-19 pandemic is one of its kinds of public health emergencies that the world is grappling with. The health-care workers (HCWs) were at the forefront of the battle against this scourge. As a result of continuous service delivery, they experienced stress and burnout which varied from the type of HCWs, gender, type of service, and the length of service rendered by them. Given the context, this systematic review assessed the prevalence and predictors of stress among different types of HCWs in India. The systematic review was conducted using PubMed search engine and 13 articles were selected for the purpose …

Exploring Factors That Affect Learning Process Of High Achievers And Low Achievers And The Role Of Medical Teachers, Saurabh Rambiharilal Shrivastava, Prateek Saurabh Shrivastava

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

The syllabus in the medical curriculum is extremely vast, and in order to attain the intended learning competencies, students have to take intensive efforts to continue or expedite the learning process. Learning in itself is a complex process, as a number of factors play their part to ensure that a medical student can understand and apply the concepts or even perform the skills/procedures. In general, factors affecting the learning process have been broadly categorized into intrinsic (viz. Learning style) and extrinsic (such as learning environment and support from teachers). It becomes extremely crucial that teachers should be aware of these …

Hiv/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome Stigma, Perceived Social Support, And Medical Adherence Among Hiv/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome Children A Mediation Analysis, Varsha Singh, Anupriya, Swaran Lata

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

INTRODUCTION:

The present study brings forward the relationship among HIV/acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) stigma, perceived social support (PSS), and medical adherence found among HIV/AIDS children.

METHODOLOGY:

A sample of 90 HIV/AIDS-affected children aged 10–18 years from motilal nehru hospital, Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India, was selected for the study. Participants were assessed HIV/AIDS stigma, pss, and medical adherence. The tools of descriptive statistics, correlational and regression analysis, and mediation analysis were performed to accomplish the desired objective of the study.

RESULTS:

Correlational analysis makes it evident that HIV/AIDS stigma is prominently negatively correlated to PSS (r (88) = −0.670, P …

Evaluation Of Efficacy Of 0.1% Of Chlorine Dioxide Mouthwash Against Oral Malodor – A Pilot Study, Prajakta Brahmankar, Shweta Shivayogi Hugar, Vinayak R. Kumbhojkar, Neelamma Shetti

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

BACKGROUND:

Oral malodor, also known as halitosis or bad breath can be defined as an offensive odor that emerges from the oral cavity and can be easily detected by others. The etiology of halitosis is multifactorial and can include several intra- and extraoral factors such as gingivitis, periodontitis, chronic sinusitis, nasal inflammation, diabetes mellitus, lung carcinoma, liver insufficiency, cirrhosis, uremia, trimethylaminuria, and postnasal drip. Chlorine dioxide associated with chlorite anion results in the oxidative consumption of amino acids such as cysteine and methionine, which are precursors of volatile sulfur compounds (VSC). Thus, it can reduce the concentrations of VSCs which …

Value Of Interdisciplinary Approach In The Management Of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Periodontitis, And Tooth Loss Narrative Review, Sunila Bukanakere Sangappa, Harsha Mysore Babu, Sona Elizabeth Chacko, Ashwini Jithendra, M. Srinath Kenkere

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

The effects of diabetes mellitus (DM) Type 2 and periodontitis have been studied for several years. In this review, the bidirectional effects on both these chronic inflammatory diseases have been evaluated. Both the diseases are known to exacerbate the pathophysiology of each other and reduce the quality of life of individuals suffering from these conditions with added risk factors. Increased blood sugar levels act adversely on dental plaque and the immune system causing inflammation leading to periodontitis and bone loss which in turn affects insulin sensitivity. Identifying and treating one of these conditions will help in reducing the severity of …

Urgent Measures Needed To Assess The Mental Health Situation Of Medical Professionals, H. Shafeeq Ahmed

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

No abstract provided.

Skin Problems Among Nurses Due To Personal Protective Equipment A Cross-Sectional Study From Covid-19 Hospital, Suraj Chawla, Shewtank Goel, Abhishek Singh, Vikas Gupta

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

BACKGROUND:

Nursing staff are at much greater risk of infection due to the exposure to the highly infectious bodily fluids and droplet nuclei and needed the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to reduce the transmission risk.

AIM:

The present study was conducted to estimate the prevalence of skin injury and its type due to PPE usage nursing staff.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted after obtaining the institutional ethical approval in dedicated COVID-19 hospital for a period of 4 months among 144 nursing staff wearing Grade 2 and 3 PPE kit. Study subjects were approached through …

Sociopsychological And Biochemical Determinants Of Health And Disease In Executive Health Check-Up, A. B. Kudachi, M. B. Nagmoti, S. K. Rajshree, R. S. Mudhol

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

BACKGROUND:

Preventive health check-ups are known to be associated with significant reductions in morbidity, mortality, and economic costs related to various diseases, especially chronic lifestyle diseases that progress silently.

OBJECTIVE:

The objective is to evaluate the sociopsychological and biochemical issues of health and disease in executive health check-up as well as to employ them for encouraging people to utilize the available preventive health services.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

This cross-sectional study enrolled 768 individuals aged >20 years, irrespective of their gender, reporting for an executive health check-up and evaluated their demographic profile, morbidity, type of family, diet and socioeconomic status, biochemical …

Suicidal Behavior During The Covid-19 Pandemic A Finding Of An Indo-Nigerian Online Survey, Krittika Sinha, Tosin Philip Oyetunji, Sudha Mishra, Huma Fatima, Aathira J. Prakash, Nitika Singh, G. Srinivasan, Sujita Kumar Kar

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

BACKGROUND:

The COVID-19 pandemic has a significant impact on the mental health and is associated with high suicidal behavior. This study is an effort to scrutinize suicidal behavior among general population in two countries, namely India and Nigeria.

METHODS:

This was an online survey conducted on 536 adult participants (272 from India and 264 from Nigeria) over a period of six months. It was conducted using a snowball sampling method. The participation in the survey was entirely voluntary. Current suicidality was measured among the participants. Data were collected in two countries only.

RESULTS:

Feeling of hopelessness over the past one …

Misconceptions About Diabetes Mellitus Among Diabetes Patients A Cross-Sectional Study, Suyesha Nalavadey, Sulakshana Shridhar Baliga

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

BACKGROUND:

Diabetes mellitus is a lifestyle-related painless disease. India has the highest diabetes burden in the world and is called as the “Diabetic Capital of the world.” Even though the disease is so rampant, there are ample misconceptions about diabetes and this has become a hurdle in effective management and control of the disease.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

A cross-sectional study was conducted at the urban health center among 200 diabetics. Patients were asked about their belief in misconceptions regarding diet, exercise, treatment-seeking behavior, and self-care of diabetes.

RESULTS:

From a total of 200 participants, 112 (56%) were females. Majority 183 …

Bibliometric Analysis Of Media Reporting Of Suicide A Worldview, Sujita Kumar Kar, Kritika Chawla, Babli Kumari, Ankita Saroj, Amit Singh, Bandna Gupta, Adarsh Tripathi, Shashwat Saxena

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Suicide is a global mental health challenge and suicides frequently get a wide media coverage. The media reporting of suicide and subsequent suicides are closely associated. Studies reveal country wise variations in the quality of media reporting. We aimed to do a bibliometric analysis of the published research on media reporting of suicide. All the published articles available on the PubMed database from the time of inception till August 2021 were included in the study. All the PubMed IDs of the articles were entered in Harvard Catalyst, a free online software, for bibliometric analysis, and data were extracted and verified. …

Central Serous Chorioretinopathy In A Covid-19-Positive Patient With Torpedo Maculopathy And Associated Oral Tadalafil Intake, Pradeep Kumar Panigrahi

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

A 46-year-old post-COVID-19-positive male patient presented with sudden onset painless loss of vision in the left eye (LE). There was history of oral tadalafil intake 10 days before vision loss. Clinical and imaging examinations led to the diagnosis of central serous chorioretinopathy with torpedo maculopathy in LE. No active intervention was done. There was complete resolution of neurosensory detachment with improvement of vision 1 month following the presentation.

Effectiveness Of Music Therapy On Anxiety Among Antenatal Mothers With Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension, Jyoti, Molly Babu, Sarita Shokanda, Shatrughan Pareek

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

BACKGROUND:

Every pregnancy is special and each and every pregnant woman must receive special care. It was estimated, by the WHO that deaths due to hypertensive disorders of pregnancy represented 13% of all maternal deaths. The study was conducted with an aim to assess the effect of music therapy on anxiety among antenatal mothers with pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH).

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

A true experimental research approach with Pretest posttest control group design was adopted for the study. Simple random sampling technique was applied to select 60 participants (30 experimental and 30 controls) but assignment of participants to the respective group …

Quarantine During Covid-19 Pandemic A Cross-Sectional Study To Investigate Its Compliance And Psychological Impact Among Health Care Professionals In Southern Haryana, Abhishek Singh, Vikas Gupta, Pawan Kumar Goel

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

BACKGROUND:

COVID-19 has caused a pandemic during 2019–2020 that has resulted in illnesses ranging from the usual flu to serious respiratory problems, even leading to mortality. Recent literature has suggested that the health (psychological) impact of quarantine is wide-ranging, substantial, and can be long-lasting.

OBJECTIVES:

The purpose of this study was to assess the mental health status (psychological distress) of those who experienced quarantine and their compliance with quarantine during the outbreak of COVID-19 among health care professionals.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

The study included 217 health care staff (doctors and nurses) working in COVID-19 outpatient and wards, sent on quarantine …

Does Psychological Health Of Future Doctors Affects Academic Performance? Unmasking The Masked, Afshan Kausar, Shaikh Shaista Parveen

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

INTRODUCTION:

Psychological health of a medical student remains affected throughout the course. Medical education is usually seems to be associated with substantial extent of psychological morbidity. Thus, objective of the study was to collect data regarding depression, anxiety, and stress in 1

st

-year undergraduate medical students and to correlate it with their academic performance.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

Forty-two item Depression Anxiety Stress Scale questionnaire was administered to 1

st

-year medical students. First terminal marks scored by students were recorded. Data were statistically analyzed.

RESULTS:

The study confirmed that the amount of stress and depression was comparatively higher than …

The Psychological Status Of Resident Doctors During The Covid-19 Pandemic And Its Association With Resilience And Social Support A Cross-Sectional Study, Kathleen Anne Mathew, Kudrat Jain, Arya Jith

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

CONTEXT:

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the psychological status of frontline medical professionals who constantly work under stressful situations. The role of social support and resilience in safeguarding the mental health of resident doctors, is an area, which has not received due attention.

AIMS:

To assess the psychological status (depression, anxiety, and fear of COVID-19) and its association with resilience and perceived social support in resident doctors during COVID-19 pandemic.

SETTINGS AND DESIGN:

A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted among the resident doctors in a tertiary hospital in Kochi, Kerala.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

A web-based survey created using Google forms …

Omicron The Tsunami??, Bhagyashri B. Patil

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

No abstract provided.

Oculo-Orbital Involvement In Craniofacial Injuries Following Road Traffic Accidents, Adyasha Dash, Pradeep Kumar Panigrahi

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

INTRODUCTION:

Craniofacial injury is of common occurrence following road traffic accidents (RTAs). It often leads to serious disabilities, including significant damage to the visual system.

AIM:

This study aims to evaluate different ocular and orbital manifestations in patients of craniofacial injury following RTA and estimate the incidence of craniofacial injuries following RTA.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

All patients with craniofacial injuries following RTA between August 2014 and August 2016 were included in the study. All patients underwent comprehensive ophthalmic evaluation. Imaging studies were done wherever indicated.

RESULTS:

Out of 840 cases of RTA, 77 cases presented with craniofacial injuries. Incidence of …

Ondansetron In Combination With Fluoxetine For Obsessive–Compulsive Disorder A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study From North India, Jamshed Ahmad, Anuradha Nischal, Anil Nischal, Bandna Gupta, Manu Agarwal, Adarsh Tripathi

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

BACKGROUND:

A large percentage of patients with obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD) do not respond to first-line medications. Ondansetron, a 5-HT3 receptor antagonist, has been shown to be effective in the treatment of OCD as an augmentation agent to selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. However, scientific evidence in this regard is limited.

AIMS:

This study aimed to study the effect of ondansetron in combination with fluoxetine on psychopathology, functioning, and quality of life in patients with obsessive–compulsive disorder and to compare these parameters with patients treated with fluoxetine alone.

METHODS:

This was a 12-week prospective, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study. Patients fulfilling diagnostic criteria …

A Cross-Sectional Study On Predictors Of Quality Of Life Of Persons Living With Human Immunodeficiency Virus, Anuradha Gautam

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

CONTEXT:

Quality of life (QoL) in persons living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) (PLHIV)/acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) is a salient issue. The advent of highly active antiretroviral treatment has changed this deadly disease to a chronic manageable illness with focus shifting from fighting virus to ensuring a good QoL.

AIMS:

The aim of the study was to assess the predictors of health-related QoL (HRQoL) of PLHIV.

SUBJECTS AND METHODS:

A questionnaire-based cross-sectional study was conducted on 205 PLHIV at antiretroviral therapy (ART) plus center of a tertiary care hospital of Lucknow. Interview method was used to collect the data. …

Academic Loss-Related Anxiety Among College Students During Covid-19 Pandemic, Sagar Rai, Zareen Akhtar, Kaushal Kishor Singh, Madan Lal Brahma Bhatt, Sudhir Kumar Verma, Sujita Kumar Kar

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

BACKGROUND:

The global outbreak of SARS-CoV2, initially affecting few individuals in Wuhan city of China, is now devastating millions of lives. Among all, students face substantial challenges, mainly in academic losses due to the imposed lockdown that may be detrimental to their mental well-being. Our study aimed to identify the anxiety levels among university students undergoing training in various disciplines.

METHODS:

It was a cross-sectional study. General Anxiety Disorder-7 scale within a semi-structured questionnaire was used to assess students' anxiety levels about their academic loss.

RESULTS:

A total of 507 students from India participated in the survey. Eventually, the prevalence …

Lifestyle Behavior Of Patients With Noncommunicable Diseases During Covid-19 Pandemic An Observational Study, Renu Bala, Amit Srivastava

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

CONTEXT:

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) poses an unprecedented challenge and adversely affects the lifestyle of people with noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) due to enforced restrictions by the governments.

AIMS:

The study aimed to assess the physical activity and prophylactic behavior, along with change in sleep, alcohol intake, and tobacco consumption during the enforced lockdown.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

The study was conducted in August 2020 and recruited NCD patients visiting the institute's outpatient department. Questions were formed on prophylactic behavior, changes in sleep, and alcohol and tobacco consumption along with a validated scale of International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) Short Form.

RESULTS:

The …

Effectiveness Of Meditation Programs In Empirically Reducing Stress And Amplifying Cognitive Function, Thus Boosting Individual Health Status A Narrative Overview, Rohan Arora, Reshu Gupta

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Meditation is increasingly being used to promote general health, to treat stress and stress-related conditions, and is also beginning to find its feet in cognitive therapeutics. This article intends to evaluate its impacts on stress and cognitive function, aiming to augment the understanding of the mechanisms and subsequent implications for individual health. A multistep approach was used for the purpose of selection of articles, which was based on shortlisting of titles, then abstracts and further full texts. Subject to selection criteria, keywords “Meditation,” “stress,” “cognition,” “reducing,” “health,” and “effectiveness” were used to search online databases and conduct hand searches. The …

Challenges And Management Of Type-1 Diabetes In Covid-19 Pandemic, Sujata Jali

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

No abstract provided.

Digital Devices; A Boon Or Bane Ocular And Musculoskeletal Manifestations During Lockdown In Covid-19 Pandemic Among General Population Of North India, Sneha Kumari, Pankaj Ranjan, Mitasha Singh

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Introduction:

During the lockdown in COVID-19 days, excessive usage of digital devices leads to various consequences of ocular and musculoskeletal problems, mainly in the form of computer vision syndrome (CVS) and repetitive strain injury (RSI).

Objectives:

The objective of this study is to estimate the prevalence of symptoms of CVS and RSI and their association between the duration of use of electronic devices among the general population of North India during the period of lockdown (March–May, 2020).

Methodology:

The present study was a cross-sectional, descriptive, population-based study conducted during the 2 months period of lockdown between April and May 2020. …

Effect Of Yoga On Pulmonary Function Test, Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone Estimation, Hand Grip Strength, And Quality Of Life In Participants With Thyroid Dysfunction A Pre-Post Clinical Trial, Surya Krishnanunni, B. R. Ganesh

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background:

Thyroid dysfunction is the most common occurring endocrine disorder among the general population. According to projections from several readings on thyroid disease, 42 million people in India have been estimated to be suffering from diseases as a result of thyroidism. Yoga has been found valuable in numerous diseases. Yogic exercise restores body roles through the manipulation of cardiovascular, respiratory, and metabolic control mechanism. Yoga has been proven to be an effective adjunct in thyroid conditions in various studies.

Objectives:

The objective of this study is to assess the effect of yoga on respiratory function, thyroid-stimulating hormone estimation, and hand …

An Intervention-Based Study To Assess The Acceptability And Effectiveness Of A Breast Health Awareness Program Among Rural Women Of Southern Haryana, India, Avinash Surana, Rakesh Tank, D. R. Rajesh, Abhishek Singh, Vikas Gupta, Deepika Agrawal, Virender Kumar Chhoker

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Introduction:

Breast cancer is among the most prevalent cancers in India and improving breast cancer awareness among women has shown to overcome the barriers related to diagnosis and treatment. Although breast self-examination (BSE) being quite easy and fast procedure, it a matter of debate that in limited-resource settings, it could be implemented or not, and hence, the present study was conducted to assess the acceptability and effectiveness of a breast health awareness program among rural women.

Methods:

The present prospective interventional study was conducted for a duration of 12 months among 270 rural women in the age group of 30–59 …

Burnout Among Nurses At A Tertiary Care Hospital Of South India, Anchu V. Raju, Aneeta Emmanual, Dilty Shaji, Mohammed Rithu Faizal, Priya Reshma Aranha

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background:

Burnout is clearly identified as a problem in the area of human services that need to be addressed. Burnout negatively affects the health and personal lives if the employees experiencing it. Nurses are more prone for burn out in their day-to-day professional life.

Objectives:

The present study was conducted to determine the burnout among the staff nurses and to find association of burn out scores with selected demographic variables.

Materials and Methods:

A quantitative research approach with descriptive survey design was adopted for the study. The study was conducted in selected tertiary care hospital. The variables under study were …

Correlation Between Physical Abuse And Anxiety Among School-Going Adolescents (10-16 Years Age) Of Belagavi A School-Based Study, Gavishiddhayya B. Salimath, Sudha A. Raddi

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Introduction:

The relationship between childhood maltreatment and bountiful range of mental divergence has been well assumed. Anxiety disorders are the usual mental health concern facing adolescents today, yet they are largely insufficiently treated. Physical abuse often does not occur in isolation, but as part of a constellation of behaviors including authoritarian control, anxiety-provoking behavior, and a lack of parental warmth.

Objectives:

To find out the correlation between physical abuse and anxiety among school-going adolescents.

Materials and Methods:

The present study was conducted among eight schools at Belagavi, using descriptive cross-sectional research design with stratified cluster sampling. It included primary and …