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Glaucoma Risk In Children Hinges On Steroid Therapy
Glaucoma Risk In Children Hinges On Steroid Therapy Overview The use of glucocorticoids after pediatric cataract surgery is essential for preventing inflammation, but it poses risks such as secondary glaucoma and suppression of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis. This study aimed to evaluate glaucoma outcomes in children receiving either high-dose or low-dose glucocorticoid therapy
(CCD) Cutaneous Crohn’s Disease Manifestations In The Pediatric Population
(CCD) Cutaneous Crohn's Disease Manifestations In The Pediatric Population Overview Cutaneous Crohn's disease (CCD), also referred to as metastatic Crohn's disease, is a rare but often underrecognized condition characterized by granulomatous inflammation affecting the skin. This study investigates the demographic, clinical, histological features, and treatment outcomes of 89 pediatric cases of CCD,
Birth Weight Abnormalities And The Pitfall Of Ongoing Childhood Weight Perception Errors
Birth Weight Abnormalities And The Pitfall Of Ongoing Childhood Weight Perception Errors Overview Abnormal birth weight (BW) in young children may influence a mother's perception of her child's weight, potentially affecting health management. This study aimed to examine how children's BW impacts maternal misperceptions of their child's weight during early childhood. A retrospective
Pediatric Obesity Promoted By The Barrage Of Chemicals In The Environment
Pediatric Obesity Promoted By The Barrage Of Chemicals In The Environment Overview Single chemical exposures have been implicated in obesity, but the role of chemical mixtures in pediatric obesity remains unclear. This study aimed to assess the associations between chemical mixtures and obesity among Canadian children. Utilizing biomonitoring and health data from
Pediatric Brain Tumors: A Study To Document Patient Fatigue
Pediatric Brain Tumors: A Study To Document Patient Fatigue Overview Children and adolescents who undergo treatment for brain tumors experience higher levels of fatigue compared to survivors of other childhood cancers. This study aimed to explore the longitudinal patterns of fatigue in pediatric brain tumor patients and identify risk factors associated with
Kawasaki disease: Meta Analysis Reveals A Capable Steroid Combination Therapy
Kawasaki disease: Meta Analysis Reveals A Capable Steroid Combination Therapy Overview Kawasaki disease (KD) poses significant challenges as an acute vasculitis primarily affecting the coronary arteries in children, potentially leading to fatal complications if left untreated. Corticosteroids, notably glucocorticoids, have emerged as crucial therapeutic agents in managing KD and associated cutaneous wounds.
Promising Anemia Treatment: Cooking With Sweet Basil Leaf
Promising Anemia Treatment: Cooking With Sweet Basil Leaf Iron is an essential micronutrient critical for various physiological functions, including oxygen transport, energy production, and immune system maintenance. Adolescents, particularly girls, often face the risk of anemia due to factors like poor diet and rapid growth during puberty. This vulnerability has historically
Good Blood Glucose Control Shortens Diabetic Status Duration In Youth
Good Blood Glucose Control Shortens Diabetic Status Duration In Youth Overview The primary objective of this investigation was to assess the glycemic regulation status and discern the impacts of disease progression and comprehensive management strategies on blood glucose levels in juvenile and adolescent populations diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Methodology involved
Chronic Pain In Adulthood Linked To Adverse Childhood Experiences
Chronic Pain In Adulthood Linked To Adverse Childhood Experiences Overview This study aimed to elucidate the complex interplay between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), anxiety, and chronic pain in adults through a systematic literature review (SLR) and meta-analysis. The narrative synthesis of findings revealed a substantial association between ACEs, anxiety, and chronic pain
