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Comparative Study of the Symptoms of Impending Human Heart, Kidney and Liver Failures Based on Blood Samples
Reginald A. O. Osakew,
Vincent A. Akpan,
Michael T. Babalola
Issue:
Volume 1, Issue 2, April 2017
Pages:
32-44
Received:
13 December 2016
Accepted:
3 January 2017
Published:
17 March 2017
DOI:
10.11648/j.ijcm.20170102.11
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Abstract: While all the organs of the human body works together for the proper functioning of the entire human system, the significant roles played by the heart, kidney and liver in the lives of humans cannot be overemphasized. The heart, kidney and liver shares one thing in common, namely: the blood from where several parameters that defines the state of human health can be deduced or inferred. This paper is on the comparative study of the possible symptoms of impending human heart, kidney and liver failures based on blood samples that could be used to infer the state of human health with a view for the development of an online real-time electronic health (e-health) monitoring system. The comparative study considered in this work identified 19 vital measurable blood-related parameters that can be classified as follows: 1). Heart: heart beat, mean arterial blood pressure, systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure; 2). Kidney: packed cell volume/blood cells, erythropoietin, electrolyte Na+, electrolyte Cl-, electrolyte Ca2+, vitamin D; and 3). Liver: Ceratine, glucose fasting, glucose random, urea, direct bilirubin, total bilirubim (direct and indirect), ammonia level, alpha-feto protein. Detailed discussion on the functions, tests and diagnosis of each of heart, kidney and liver as well as the causes, symptoms, failures, consequences (acute or chronic adverse effects) are also presented. Finally, some preliminary medical advice and suggestions on possible ways to circumvent, reduce and/or manage any impending symptoms of failures of the heart, kidney and/or liver based on the nominal values as well as the minimum and maximum values of the mentioned 19 parameters are given.
Abstract: While all the organs of the human body works together for the proper functioning of the entire human system, the significant roles played by the heart, kidney and liver in the lives of humans cannot be overemphasized. The heart, kidney and liver shares one thing in common, namely: the blood from where several parameters that defines the state of hu...
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Working With Families in Illness and Health
Mohammed Muala AlMutairi,
Mansour Awad M.,
Rami M. AlMutairi,
Al Johani Abdulrahman
Issue:
Volume 1, Issue 2, April 2017
Pages:
45-48
Received:
16 February 2017
Accepted:
7 March 2017
Published:
27 March 2017
DOI:
10.11648/j.ijcm.20170102.12
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Abstract: The main concern or tenet of nursing is to accomplish the given work with the families. An individual and society are linked or connected by the family as it is a fundamental unit of the community, which state its importance for the existence of society (Bronfenbrenner, 1979). Fulfilling the needs or demands of the family members and society is the key aim of the family. Hence, an idea or concept in terms of the way human beings linked or associated to each other is known as family (St John &Keleher, 2007, p. 254). According to Friedman, Bowden and Jones (2003), for delivering effectual health services to the people, family plays or acts as a resource, though in some situations, family is seen or viewed as a stressor. Apart from this, health of the individuals is influenced by the family and on the other side; the family is influenced by the health status of the individuals.
Abstract: The main concern or tenet of nursing is to accomplish the given work with the families. An individual and society are linked or connected by the family as it is a fundamental unit of the community, which state its importance for the existence of society (Bronfenbrenner, 1979). Fulfilling the needs or demands of the family members and society is the...
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A Review on Pharmacognostical Phytochemical and Ethnomedicinal Properties of Hedychium Coronarium J. Koenig an Endangered Medicine
Pooja Pachurekar,
A. K. Dixit
Issue:
Volume 1, Issue 2, April 2017
Pages:
49-61
Received:
10 February 2017
Accepted:
7 March 2017
Published:
29 March 2017
DOI:
10.11648/j.ijcm.20170102.13
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Abstract: Hedychium coronarium J. Koenig is a perennial medicinal herb which is distributed in throughout the world and used as traditional medicine since the ancient time. It contains various bioactive compounds including Phenols, Terpenoids, Saponins, Volatile oils, Flavonoids, Glycosides etc. These bioactive compounds made this herb as a valuable potent herbal drug. Hedychium coronarium has high ethno medicinal significance in India and China as well. H. coronarium is endemic in the Amarkantak area of Central India. Due to over-exploitation of this plant for extraction of crude drug (Eye Tonic), it is rapidly disappearing from its natural habitat at alarming rate and needs urgent protection and conservation. In present article medicinal, pharmacological and other important properties of Hedychium coronarium were compiled. Review reveals this plant as potent herbal drug and remedy for many ailments.
Abstract: Hedychium coronarium J. Koenig is a perennial medicinal herb which is distributed in throughout the world and used as traditional medicine since the ancient time. It contains various bioactive compounds including Phenols, Terpenoids, Saponins, Volatile oils, Flavonoids, Glycosides etc. These bioactive compounds made this herb as a valuable potent h...
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Application of Yoga as an Effective Tool for Improving Postural Balance in Healthy Young Indian Adults
Kiran Mondal,
Dhurjati Majumdar,
Anilendu Pramanik,
Subhojit Chatterjee,
Manish Darmora,
Deepti Majumdar
Issue:
Volume 1, Issue 2, April 2017
Pages:
62-69
Received:
27 February 2017
Accepted:
22 March 2017
Published:
10 April 2017
DOI:
10.11648/j.ijcm.20170102.14
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Abstract: Since ages practicing Yoga is said to be a panacea and is assumed to play a multifaceted role in improving quality of human life even today. This study attempts to evaluate efficacy of short term Yoga training as a tool to improve postural balance in healthy young Indian adults. This was evaluated in terms of sway parameters during different standing postures expressed as Center of Pressure (COP), kinetic work and power responses of thirteen randomly selected healthy young adults, who participated in yoga training sessions for one-month involving five asanas viz., Suryanamaskar, Utkatasana, Brikshasana, Tuladandasana and Garurasana. A pair of Kistler Forceplates (model no. 9286 AA) and Bioware software were used to collect the COP, work and power data before initiation of yoga training (BY), after 15 days of yoga training (15D) and after 30 days of yoga training (30D) during five different standing postures i.e., normal standing while both feet placed as “V” shape (NS), no gap between feet (NG), both feet placed parallel with gap in between (PG), left leg stance (LS) and right leg stance (RS). It was observed from scatter plots that during experimental conditions NS, NG and PG, the COP (sway area) shifted towards midline. No such gradual changes were observed for both LS and RS but sway area increased for condition 30D. Both work and power responses either increased or remained same during different experimental conditions. Results indicate that yoga training could be used as an important tool for enhancing performances where postural stability is an important criterion, e.g., sports, agriculture and military operations.
Abstract: Since ages practicing Yoga is said to be a panacea and is assumed to play a multifaceted role in improving quality of human life even today. This study attempts to evaluate efficacy of short term Yoga training as a tool to improve postural balance in healthy young Indian adults. This was evaluated in terms of sway parameters during different standi...
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A Pilot Study on the Effectiveness of a Novel Herbal Patch for the Treatment of Plantar Fasciitis
Lung-fung Tse,
Hi-shan Cheng,
Leung-kim Hung,
Ellie Pang,
King-fai Cheng,
Wing-sum Siu,
Jing-zhou Chen,
Xue-lin Zhou,
Chak-hei Fung,
Ping-chung Leung
Issue:
Volume 1, Issue 2, April 2017
Pages:
70-76
Received:
1 February 2017
Accepted:
18 March 2017
Published:
13 April 2017
DOI:
10.11648/j.ijcm.20170102.15
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Abstract: The study was to evaluate the safety and anti-inflammatory effects of a herbal patch. The formula of the herbal patch included three herbs Flos Carthami (紅), Radix Dipsaci (續斷), Rhizoma Rhei (大黃) and Borneolum Syntheticum (冰片). 10 subjects suffering from chronic heel pain were recruited. The herbal patch was applied to the heel for 6 weeks. The Pain score Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) and Foot Function Index (FFI) questionnaires were conducted to measure pain and disability. Blood was taken to measure the inflammatory cytokines (IL-8 and hs-CRP). All the assessments were processed on before and after the treatment intervention. After treatment, the pain score and foot function index were remarkably improved. Inflammation Cytokine IL-8 was decreased. The novel herbal patch used in this pilot study had laboratory evidences of anti-inflammation and pro-angiogenesis. The primary results indicated that the study herbal patch is safe and can be an alternative to treatment in plantar fasciitis. With its mildly penetrative property, it could be a suitable additional tool for patients’ self-care.
Abstract: The study was to evaluate the safety and anti-inflammatory effects of a herbal patch. The formula of the herbal patch included three herbs Flos Carthami (紅), Radix Dipsaci (續斷), Rhizoma Rhei (大黃) and Borneolum Syntheticum (冰片). 10 subjects suffering from chronic heel pain were recruited. The herbal patch was applied to the heel for 6 weeks. The Pai...
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