The correlation of clinical and psychological characteristics of women seeking cosmetic help

Background. Patients seeking cosmetic help, most commonly, haven`t only defects in appearance, in particular, facial skin, but also experience certain psychological problems in this regard. On the other hand, the reaction to the performed cosmetic correction of the mentioned defects depends, including on the patients psychological characteristics. The study of the correlation between clinical and psychological characteristics should contribute to the individualization of the cosmetological correction process and optimization of the patient life quality. Aims. To establish the correlation between age, clinical and psychological characteristics of women with cosmetic problems of the facial skin. Materials and methods. Using the methods of psychological diagnostics, we examined 110 women who received cosmetic assistance. Semi-quantitative method was used to assess the cosmetic problem intensity, the duration of its existence and the effect of the correction performed. Clinical and psychological research was carried out using the author's structured interview, which questions were aimed at fixing both the formal social positions of the patients and the characteristics of the system of significant relationships. Psychometric research was carried out using standardized questionnaires in order to identify a wide range of personality characteristics. In the course of statistical processing of the results, a frequency analysis of the gradations of nominative and rank signs was carried out using Pearson's 2, as well as a correlation analysis of clinical and psychological characteristics using the Spearman -test. Results. The author traced the statistical correlation between the degree of manifestation of the cosmetic problem and its influence on the psychological state of patients, as well as between the degree of their satisfaction with its solution and a number of personal characteristics and attitudes. Conclusions. The assumption was confirmed that the effect of treatment is determined not only by clinical factors and the possibilities of modern cosmetology, but also by psychological factors, among which the motivational orientation and activity of the individual, which form the basis of patient compliance, are of decisive importance.

Comparative Study of Efficacy of Dhattura Beeja Ointment & Sarshapa Ointment in the Management of Vipadika (Cracked heel)

Background: Vipadika is one of the Vataja Nanatmaja Vikara which is also considered as Kshudra Kustha. The patient suffering with disease feel severe pain and it increases with the progression of disease. Ayurveda described various therapeutic approaches for the management of Vipadika like; Shodhana Chikitsa, Abhyantara Chikitsa and Bahya Chikitsa, etc. To provide a potent topical drug and to solve the cosmetic problem of the heel the study was undertaken. Methodology: A randomized single blinded study was designed to assess efficacy of the topical preparation made from natural drugs for the management of Vipadika. Dhattura beeja ointment and Sarshapa ointment was prepared and standardized. 15 patients were enrolled in each group. Group A received Sarshapa ointment and served as control group and group B received Dhattura beeja ointment. Both the groups were assessed for number of cracks and pain in cracks. Statistical analysis was conducted using student’s paired and unpaired t test at p<0.05 as level of significance. Result: Dhattura Beeja ointment significantly reduced number of cracks and pain associated with cracks on heel in comparison with Sarshapa ointment without any adverse effect. Conclusion: Dhattura beeja ointment is efficacious and can be used safely in the management of Vipadika.

TRANSPORTING OBESE PERSONS USING AN EVACUATION PAD

Obesity is not only a medical illness but also a cosmetic problem. Obesity can be defined by the BMI index, which is not very accurate. The ABSI index, which includes BMI, the person’s waist circumference, and their height may be used to more accurately determine obesity. Time is very important in saving people's lives, especially in emergencies. The rescue time for obese people is even longer — often much longer — than for other disabled people. This is because more rescuers are needed, problems arise when they have to go through the door or go up and down stairs. For the evacuation of obese people, evacuation pads located under the mattress are often used. Evacuation pads are used, for example, by hospitals or social service homes. Evacuation pads are designed for use by nurses, other emergency staff, or caretakers. In this exercise, four people were used – two nurses and two firemen. To find out the advantages and disadvantages of the evacuation pad, we performed a tactical exercise. During the tactical exercise, the victim was evacuated by a single nurse, then by two nurses. After that, the victim was rescued by one firefighter and then two firefighters. This research is relevant to aspects of the rescue of immobile obese people with a special evacuation aid. It demonstrates the advantages and disadvantages of an evacuation pad based on actual tactical rescue exercises.

SUBCUTANEOUS INTRALESIONAL INJECTION OF KSHARODHAKA IN THE MANAGEMENT OF WARTS - A CASE STUDY

Warts are benign epithelial hyperplasia manifesting mostly due to infection with human papilloma virus (HPV). The condition may affect the patient with or without pain, itching etc. Wart can became a stressful cosmetic problem. The references of Charmakeela in Kshudraroga adhikara in the Ayurvedic classics have a very close clinical proximity with warts. Kshara is one among the treatment choice for Charmakeela and used in Pratisaraneeya kshara form. Subcutaneous intralesional injection is one among the upgraded modalities of Pratisaraneeya ksharakarma. Kshara used as Ksharodhaka for this procedure. A 24 years old female patient with a common wart over the thumb visited the Salyatantra OPD, Govt. Ayurveda College Hospital Tripuithura in June 2019. The lesion was painless and without itching and was developed within a period of one month. The patient was undertaken for subcutaneous intralesional injection of Aragwadha ksharodhaka following proper lab investigations. The patient did not developed any adverse reactions or pain during the procedure. It was observed that, the wart shed off within a period of 7 days. There was no visible ulceration over the site of wart and healing happened leaving a minimum scar. Also there was visible healthy skin formation.

Case Report: Cranial Vault Reduction Cranioplasty for Severe Hydrocephalus

Extreme hydrocephalic macrocephaly is still encountered in developing countries due to delayed treatment, rapidly progressing hydrocephalus and family socioeconomic problems. Reduction cranioplasty was used with several techniques to address the issue. The study aimed to determine the safety and feasibility of barrel-stave technique for reducing the size of extreme hydrocephalic macrocephaly. Three post-diversion patients underwent surgical reconstruction. Children with head circumference more or equal to two standard deviation above mean on given age, no active wound at the area of surgery, presentation of sufficient “potential removable fluid” that allows dura reduction and no active shunt infection were eligible. The surgical procedure includes modified pi, barrel-stave technique, and diversion of the cerebrospinal fluid and subdural collection. Clinical data were recorded. Three patients with age range of 2 month to 2 years old underwent the surgery. Two patients had shunt implanted at least 1 month before the surgery and 1 patient had an ETV procedure 3 months before the reduction. The frontal-occipital circumference before surgery ranged from 50 to 63 cm. The maximum reduction that could be achieved was 15 cm. One patient (2 months old) died within 24 hour due to failure to cope with excessive blood loss. Two patients were followed up for 3 months and 6 months without complications. Reduction cranioplasty using barrel-stave techniques is an option for children with extreme large head that poses a mechanical or cosmetic problem. Risk and pitfalls should be considered and taken care meticulously, especially the age and blood loss.

Study on the Effect of Varun Twak Lepa in Management of Vyanga

Vyanga is a disease, which decreases the glowing complexion of the face and affects the skin. Among many diseases concerned with the cosmetic values, Vyanga is common disease one of them known to us from thousands of years. Acharya Sushruta and Vagbhatta has mentioned Vyanga as Kshudra Roga. Though it is considered as Kshudra Roga(minor disease), but it has got a major importance as a cosmetic problem in the society. Vyanga can be correlated with melasma, it is the common pigmentary disorder characterised by symmetrical hyper pigmented macules on face. Aim-To study on the effect of Varun Twak Lepa in management of Vyanga. In this study, the trial drugs used were Varun Twak Lepa for topical application. Material and methods- A total 40 patients of Vyanga were selected from OPD and IPD of Kayachikitsa. Observation and results- To study the effect of Varun Twaka Lepa assessment of patient were done on the basis of MSI score. In all three types, dermal, epidermal and mixed significant result was found on 20th and 30th day. In comparison of three types of melasma more significant result was found in epidermal type.

Analisis Usability Aplikasi iBadung Menggunakan Heuristic Evaluation Method

Seiring berjalannya waktu teknologi terus berkembang semakin canggih. Dimulai dari website, sampai dengan teknologi mobile. Teknologi website dan mobile memiliki peran yang sangat penting sebagai sumber informasi. iBadung merupakan sebuah aplikasi mobile yang memiliki fungsi sebagai wadah yang menyediakan berbagai jenis buku bacaan atau dapat disebut perpustakaan digital yang dapat diakses oleh semua orang. Untuk dapat mengukur tingkat kenyamanan user, kelayakan aplikasi, dan interface aplikasi maka dilakukan pengujian usability, tujuan untuk menganalisis user experience dalam penggunaan aplikasi iBadung. Fungsi dari metode Heuristic Evaluation adalah mengetahui tingkat usability pada iBadung. Pengujian ini mengisi kuesioner dilakukan oleh 17 orang responden dengan kategori pengguna awam, pengguna biasa dan pengguna administrator. Hasil yang didapat dari pengujian pertama pengguna awam mendapat nilai severity rating skala 2 kategori minor usability problem, pengguna biasa dan pengguna administrator mendapat nilai severity rating skala 1 kategori cosmetic problem. Temuan permasalahan yaitu pada logo aplikasi, tata letak icon menu, tampilan menu login, penambahan pop up exit pada tampilan aplikasi iBadung dan dilakukan perbaikan tampilan sesuai rekomendasi user selanjutnya melakukan pengujian kedua setelah perbaikan tampilan selesai dikerjakan.

Wart Treated with Constitutional Homoeopathic Remedy Natrum muriaticum: A Case Study

Wart is a common problem in younger and elder persons. Most of the warts are seen on neck, face and armpit. Practically there is no complaint due to wart, but it causes cosmetic problem so there is need for treatment. The best way to treat them is by homoeopathic medicines. Other methods like burning and cutting can cause more harm than help. Here I am presenting a case of warts that is treated very beautifully with Natrum muriaticum.