Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by recurrent, mild to severe itching. It is often associated with other atopic diseases such as bronchial asthma and allergic rhinitis. The global prevalence of AD reaches approximately 15-20% in the first decade of life. The chief complaint of atopic dermatitis patients is persistent itching throughout the day, affec…
The Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) is a ligament in the knee joint that acts as a stabilizer. In addition to physical disorders, ACL injuries also have an impact on psychological stress due to restrictions on activities or sports which are functional disorders, and fear of repeated ACL injuries. To evaluate psychological factors related to injury, several questionnaires have been developed, i…
Hypertriglyceridemia is one of the metabolic disorders associated with fatty liver, pancreatitis, and cardiovascular disease. Many efforts have been made in the treatment of hypertriglyceridemia, including through research on medicinal plants, one of which is seri leaves (Muntingia calabura). Seri leaves contain flavonoids, saponins, tannins, polyphenols, and terpenoids that can improve blood l…
Preeclampsia is a medical condition that occurs during pregnancy, characterized by elevated blood pressure above 140/90 mmHg, accompanied by proteinuria and/or organ damage after 20 weeks of gestation. One risk factor for preeclampsia is obesity prior to pregnancy. It is essential for pregnant women to undergo regular check-ups to detect and manage preeclampsia early, thereby reducing the risk …
Hyperlipidemia is a condition with an increase in lipids in the blood plasma. This condition is a risk factor for several cardiovascular diseases and causes obesity. Seri fruit (Muntingia calabura) contains flavonoids, anthocyanins, phenolic acids, polyphenols, saponins, and tannins and vitamin C which are antioxidants and anti-inflammatory. This study aims to determine the effect of Seri fruit…
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), also known as steatosis, is a liver disease that may develop due to obesity and diabetes mellitus. Various approaches are being explored to treat steatosis, including studies on medicinal plants like the cherry fruit (Muntingia calabura). This fruit has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties due to its high levels of flavonoids, tannins, saponins,…
Low back pain (LBP) is a sensation of discomfort occurring in the lower back area, between the lowest rib angle and the sacrum, and is one of the most common complaints that leads individuals to visit a doctor. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), in 2020, LBP affected 619 million people globally, and this number is projected to rise to 843 million by 2050. LBP significantly impact…
Low Back Pain (LBP) is one of the most prevalent complaints leading individuals to seek medical care. The global prevalence of LBP was notably high, with 619 million cases reported in 2020, and it is projected to rise to 843 million by 2050. LBP is caused by various risk factors, including individual, occupational, and environmental factors. One of the risk factors for LBP is an increased body …
The success of microsurgery in tissue reconstruction greatly depends on the vitality of the transferred flap. The scratch test is a commonly used evaluation method to assess flap perfusion during surgery, which is crucial for minimizing the risk of tissue necrosis. Although this method has been widely used, an objective standard for interpreting scratch test color has not yet been established, …
Low Back Pain (LBP) is one of the most common complaints that bring people to seek medical attention. The World Health Organization (WHO) reported in 2017 that LBP ranks second as a global cause of disability. According to PERDOSNI (2016), the prevalence of LBP in Indonesia is 35.86% of all pain- related visits. Central obesity has been shown to contribute to the development of LBP. The Waist-H…
Dermatophytes causing dermatophytosis are fungi that produces the enzyme keratinase to degrade keratin in the stratum corneum of the skin, nails, and hair resulting in superficial mycosis. The emergence of dermatophytes can be caused by several factors, including humidity, temperature, personal hygiene, and environmental density. Several dermatophyte species identified as causing dermatophytosi…
Dengue hemorrhagic fever is a mosquito-borne viral infection. The incidence of dengue hemorrhagic fever has significantly increased worldwide over the past few decades. Indragiri Regency reported 78 cases of dengue fever in 2022, which decreased to 21 cases in 2023, with the highest IR found in the working area of the Sipayung Health Center, specifically in Pasir Kemilu Village. Larvae density …
Liver disorders are a significant health issue that require serious attention due to their high morbidity and mortality rates. One of the liver disorders with a high incidence is Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD). NAFLD encompasses 2 spectrums: Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver (NAFL) and its more severe form, Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). NASH is histologically characterized by he…
Scabies is a skin disease caused by infestation of the Sarcoptes scabiei varietas hominis. Symptoms of this disease are characterized by the presence of skin lesions in the predilection areas and itching that worsens at night (nocturnal pruritus). The appearance of scabies can be caused by several factors, including personal hygiene, humidity, temperature and environmental density. Students at …
Septic arthritis is a secondary inflammatory joint disease due to bacterial, viral or fungal infections. This joint inflammation causes the joints to swell, resulting in reduced blood flow and the tissue in the joints becomes damaged. The aim of this study is to determine the clinical and laboratory features of septic arthritis patients at Arifin Achmad Hospital, Riau Province for the period Ja…
Diarrhea is a complaint of defecation with loose or watery consistency that occurs more than 3 times a day. This situation is found in babies who are not given the nutrition needed for baby immunity, especially exclusive breastfeeding. The aim of this research was to determine whether there was a relationship between exclusive breastfeeding and the incidence of diarrhea in babies aged 6-12 mont…
Diabetes Melitus (DM) is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by persistent hyperglycemia. The diagnosis of DM is established based on blood glucose levels and Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) test. Increased HbA1c concentration is the most important risk factor in the development of DM complications, especially Diabetic Macular Edema (DME). This study aimed to determine the description of central …
One of the violence problems in the law on the Elimination of Domestic Violence article 1 paragraph 1 is sexual violence in the household. Based on what is stated in article 8, it states that sexual violence is forced sexual relations between people who live together or people within their household with other people for commercial purposes. This research design uses Visum et Repertum (VeR)…
End-stage renal disease patients need kidney transplantation as a replacement therapy, but this procedure is less common compared to hemodialysis and continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) due to limited information about post-transplant anxiety, depression, and quality of life. Previous studies have shown that anxiety, depression symptoms, and quality of life improve after kidney tra…
Preterm premature rupture of membrane (PPROM) is a spontaneously amniotic membrane ruptures with out signs of inpartum at gestastional