Treatment of striae distensae: recent conceptions

2021 ◽  
pp. 30-38
Author(s):  
M. A. Petriy ◽  
A. P. Talybova ◽  
A. G. Stenko
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
Urgent Problem ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Striae Distensae ◽  
Stretch Marks ◽  
Cutaneous Atrophy ◽  
Methods Of Treatment

Stretch marks (striae distensae) are linear areas of cutaneous atrophy that appear in regions of greatest stretch of the skin. Their formation is a complex multifactorial process, its etiopathogenesis has not been fully understood yet. Aesthetic correction of stretch marks is an urgent problem of modern dermatocosmetology due to their widespread prevalence and pronounced negative impact on the patient’s quality of life. The aim of this paper was to provide a review of the literature on current reported treatment options for stretch marks. The principles of the effect of various methods of treatment, their classification and data from clinical trials are considered.

Symptomatic Treatment in Multiple Sclerosis

US Neurology ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 09 (01) ◽  
pp. 35
Author(s):  
Sandra Bigi ◽  
E Ann Yeh ◽  
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Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Multiple Sclerosis ◽  
Young Adults ◽  
Sexual Dysfunction ◽  
Activities Of Daily Living ◽  
Daily Living ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
Symptomatic Treatment

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a progressive and disabling neurodegenerative disease that primarily affects young adults. Despite significant therapeutic advances in the prevention of relapses, individuals with MS experience a variety of symptoms, most notably fatigue, spasticity, depression, gait and balance difficulties, and sexual dysfunction. These symptoms may interfere with activities of daily living and have a negative impact on quality of life. This review discusses treatment options for these symptoms.

scholarly journals The prevalence of urinary incontinence and its impact on quality of life among the university female staff in South Africa

2011 ◽  
Vol 67 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
L. Skaal ◽  
M.K. Mashola
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Urinary Incontinence ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Invasive Treatment ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
University Women ◽  
The University

Background: Urinary incontinence (UI) is a common problem among females and has been associated with significant decreased quality of  life. Few  women  seek  help  for  this  condition  with  only  a  few  who consult physiotherapy treatment.Purpose: To determine the prevalence of urinary incontinence and its impact on quality of life among the university women in South Africa.Method:  A  quantitative  cross-sectional  study design  with  145  women  ran-domly selected from the university. A questionnaire was used to determine UI Diagnosis; Impact on Qol and treatment seeking tendencies. BMI was meas-ured objectively. ethical clearance was obtained from University. Data was analysed using SPSS 17.0Results:  Forty  six(32%)  women  reported  to  having  UI.  Risk  factors  associated  with  UI  included  age,  race,  and  obesity. UI had a significant negative impact on quality of life and only 4.4% of participants with UI consulted physio-therapy for this condition.Conclusion: There is a high prevalence of UI among the women at this university with a significant impact on quality of life.The role of Physiotherapy in management of UI has been demonstrated and there is therefore a need to empower women with non-invasive treatment options, like physiotherapy.

DEPRESSIVE DISORDERS AMONG STUDENTS OF MEDICAL HIGHER EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
O. L. Moskalenko ◽  
E. V. Derevyannykh ◽  
N. A. Balashova ◽  
R. A. Yaskevich
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
High Frequency ◽  
Depressive Disorders ◽  
Current Problem ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Higher Educational Institutions ◽  
Higher Educational

The article presents a review of the literature on the current problem of medicine-depressive disorders among medical students. The need to study the problem of depressive disorders among students of medical higher educational institutions is due to their high frequency and negative impact on the quality of life of students.

Laryngotracheal reconstruction for relapsing polychondritis: case report and review of the literature

2013 ◽  
Vol 127 (9) ◽  
pp. 932-935 ◽  
Author(s):  
C Xie ◽  
N Shah ◽  
P L Shah ◽  
G Sandhu
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Hyoid Bone ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
Relapsing Polychondritis ◽  
Disease Stage ◽  
Improve Quality ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Laryngotracheal Reconstruction ◽  
Life Threatening

AbstractBackground:Relapsing polychondritis is a multi-system autoimmune disease characterised by the inflammation and destruction of cartilaginous structures. The most common sites are the pinna, nose, laryngotracheobronchial tree and peripheral joints. Airway involvement occurs in up to half of patients affected, at any disease stage. It is the most severe and life-threatening aspect of the disease, and proves to be a therapeutic challenge.Objectives:This article reports our experience of performing laryngotracheal reconstruction in a patient with relapsing polychondritis. A review of the literature is presented, with a focused discussion of airway treatment options.Methods:Laryngotracheal reconstruction for relapsing polychondritis was performed using hyoid bone pedicled on sternohyoid muscle.Conclusion:Airway management in relapsing polychondritis can improve quality of life and palliate patients effectively.

scholarly journals A CASE REPORT ON OPEN PORES

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (12) ◽  
pp. 3183-3186
Author(s):  
Nabeela Sultan ◽  
Shagufta Aleem
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Acne Vulgaris ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
Facial Skin ◽  
Common Condition ◽  
Radiofrequency Therapy ◽  
Points Of View

Enlarged pores of facial skin always remain a matter of concern from both dermatologic and cosmetologic points of view. There were many conditions that are difficult to treat in which facial pores enlarge among them most common condition is acne vulgaris. This condition put a negative impact on a person’s quality of life and as well as also socially devastating for many individuals as it affects the physical appearance of a person. Although enlarged pores are not of medical concern it is considered as a more cosmetic con- cern. There are many available possible treatment options for enlarged pores but this case report is based on clinical evaluation of radiofrequency therapy in treating enlarged skin pores. In this report, three ses- sions of therapy every week for 3 weeks were applied. The results show a gradual decrease in the size of pores with almost clear skin. Keywords: acne vulgaris, enlarged pores, facial pores, radiofrequency

ANXIETY-DEPRESSIVE DISORDERS IN PATIENTS WITH ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
OLGA MOSKALENKO ◽  
ROMAN YASKEVICH
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Depressive Disorders ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Modern Medicine ◽  
Economic Consequences ◽  
Social Adaptation ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Working Age ◽  
Depressive States

Our article presents a review of the literature and considers the most pressing problem of modern medicine - a combination of anxiety-depressive states in patients with cardiovascular diseases, which are more common in people of working age, having a negative impact on the quality of life of patients, contributing to the deterioration of physical, mental and social adaptation, which further leads to negative socio-economic consequences.

scholarly journals “A Major Quality of Life Issue”: A Survey-Based Analysis of the Experiences of Adults With Laryngotracheal Stenosis with Mucus and Cough

2021 ◽  
pp. 000348942110506
Author(s):  
Gemma M. Clunie ◽  
Catherine Anderson ◽  
Matthew Savage ◽  
Catherine Hughes ◽  
Justin W. G. Roe ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Social Impact ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Psychological Impact ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Free Text ◽  
Laryngotracheal Stenosis

Objectives: To investigate how the symptoms of mucus and cough impact adults living with laryngotracheal stenosis, and to use this information to guide future research and treatment plans. Methods: A survey was developed with the support of patient advisors and distributed to people suffering with laryngotracheal stenosis. The survey comprised 15 closed and open questions relating to mucus and cough and included the Leicester Cough Questionnaire (LCQ). Descriptive statistics, X2 and thematic analyses were completed. Results: In total, 641 participants completed the survey, with 83.62% (n = 536) reporting problems with mucus; 79% having daily issues of varying severity that led to difficulties with cough (46.18%) and breathing (20.90%). Mucus affected voice and swallowing to a lesser degree. Respondents described a range of triggers; they identified smoky air as the worst environmental trigger. Strategies to manage mucus varied widely with drinking water (72.26%), increasing liquid intake in general (49.35%) and avoiding or reducing dairy (45.32%) the most common approaches to control symptoms. The LCQ showed a median total score of 14 (interquartile range 11-17) indicative of cough negatively affecting quality of life. Thematic analysis of free text responses identified 4 key themes—the Mucus Cycle, Social impact, Psychological impact, and Physical impact. Conclusion: This study shows the relevance of research focusing on mucus and cough and its negative impact on quality of life, among adults with laryngotracheal stenosis. It demonstrates the inconsistent advice and management strategies provided by clinicians for this issue. Further research is required to identify clearer treatment options and pathways.

Premenstrual syndrome: a review of the literature

GYNECOLOGY ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 38-43
Author(s):  
Elena N Andreeva ◽  
Yulia S Absatarova
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Premenstrual Syndrome ◽  
Lifestyle Modification ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
Second Phase ◽  
Herbal Therapy ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Daily Lives ◽  
Mental Symptoms

Premenstrual syndrome is defined as a combination of physical and mental symptoms that have a significant impact on a woman’s quality of life and develop into the second phase of the menstrual cycle. Many patients have not been diagnosed, and therefore pathogenetic treatment is not carried out, although these complaints may disrupt the daily lives of patients and relationships with others. The article presents a review of the literature and studies that assessed the effectiveness of various treatment options (antidepressants, hormone therapy, lifestyle modification and herbal therapy).

Management pathways for erectile dysfunction in primary care

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 112-118
Author(s):  
Martin Steggall ◽  
Imran Mohammed ◽  
Keryn Jones ◽  
Anthony Shanahan ◽  
Thomas Ellul ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Primary Care ◽  
Erectile Dysfunction ◽  
Sexual Intercourse ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
Self Confidence

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is defined as the inability of a man to get and maintain an erection that is sufficient for sexual intercourse, and is a common problem. ED commonly has a profound negative impact on quality of life in the patient and his partner, which can result in changes to sexual self-confidence. This article outlines strategies for identifying and managing ED in primary care, outlining what needs to be assessed and the various treatment options available to manage the condition.

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