Role of magnetic resonance imaging in the evaluation of seizures

Background: A seizure is a clinical condition caused by a transitory event of unusual unrestrained or recurring neuronal activity in the brain.Repeated unprovoked seizures are described as epilepsy. Seizures and epilepsy are major public health problems in developing countries like India with a serious impact on patients and society. The objective of the present study is to evaluate the magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings in patients with seizures.Methods: This cross-sectional observational study was conducted in the Department of Radiodiagnosis and Imaging, Government Medical College, Jammu on 125 patients referred with clinical features of seizures.Results: In the present study, MRI findings were normal in 58 (46.4%) cases and revealed a spectrum of abnormalities in 67 (53.6%) cases. Out of 67 abnormal MRI findings, the common abnormalities noted were – neurocysticercosis (NCC) in 11 patients(8.8%), tuberculoma in 9 patients (7.2%), tumors in 7 patients (5.6%), hypoxic ischemic insult in 8 patients (6.4%), developmental cortical malformations in 6 patients (4.8%), encephalitis in 4 patients (3.2%), phakomatosis in 5 patients (4.0%), chronic infarct in 4 patients (3.2%), traumatic brain injury in 3 patients (3.2%), cavernoma in 2 patients (1.6%), mesial temporal sclerosis in 2 patients (1.6%), cerebral abscess in 2 patients (1.6%), and metabolic cause, multiple sclerosis, arterial infarct, and venous thrombosis, in one patient each respectively.Conclusions: From our study, it could be concluded that MRI has an outstanding place in the evaluation of patients presenting with seizures. The findings of the present study will be valuable in epilepsy management in developing country like ours and MRI will emerge as a beam of light amidst a storm of myth for patients with seizures.

RCH Programme - A boom to health care delivery

Reproductive and child health approach has been defined as 'people having the ability to reproduce and regulate their fertility'. Women are able to go through pregnancy and child birth safely. The outcome of pregnancies is successful in terms of maternal and Infant Survival and well-being and couples are able to have sexual relations free of fear of pregnancy and of contracting diseases. This programme plays an import role in health care services and health delivery related to child and mother

A study on the role of ASHA and its contribution to the health care system

Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) program has been accepted, and the services utilization has been increased among many Indian communities since its inception in 2005 under National Rural Health Mission (NRHM). ASHA worker's knowledge is important for the success of this program. ASHA will be the first port of call for any health related demands of deprived sections of the population, especially women and children, who find it difficult to access health services. Selected from the community itself and accountable to it, the ASHA will be trained to work as an interface between the community and the public health system. The ASHA scheme is presently in place in 33 states (except Goa, Chandigarh & Puducherry).[1] ASHA plays an important role in in the community for providing health care and even in MCH care also it plays in important role

A study on the role of Mud therapy for the maintenance of health

The elements of nature are Earth, Water, Space, Fire and Air. All these elements are linked to the possibility of human life on Earth, and also contain compounds, minerals and nutrients that can improve our health. Mud, soil or Earth is one of the most important elements of these and contains a lot of vital nutrients and minerals, essential for the body. Mud therapy is very simple and effective treatment modality. The mud used for this should be clean and taken from 3 to 4 ft. depth from the surface of the ground. There should be no contamination of stone pieces or chemical manures etc. in the mud. Mud is beneficial for our health and also it plays an important role in women’s health

Management of PCOD w.s.r. to Ayurvedic drugs and lifestyle

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disturbance affecting women between 15 to 30 years of age. The disorder accounts for 30 per cent of all infertility cases with 73 percent of women suffering from PCOS experiencing infertility due to anovulation. In Ayurveda also no disease can be compared directly with PCOS. Some of clinical symptoms of PCOS may simulate Granthibhoota Artavadushti and if not treated early lead to the full manifestations and complications of PCOS. Patients suffering from PCOS have multiple cyst formations in their ovaries, which result from disruptions in their normal menstrual cycle. As a result, the ovary becomes enlarged and produces excessive amounts of androgen and estrogen hormones. This excess, along with the absence of ovulation, causes infertility, acne, and growth of extra facial and body hair. In today’s era PCOD is emerging as a common problem in our society and Ayurveda can play an important role in its management

Concept and role of Ashtanga Yoga in health promotion w.s.r. to definition of health by World Health Organization

The World Health Organization’s definition of health is “a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Ashtanga actually means “eight limbs.” As a system of both physical and spiritual health maintenance, there is an underlying philosophy to Ashtanga Yoga that is divided into eight parts. It is a part of Rajayoga and Hathayoga. These both are part and parcel of each other. In modern era, for all round personality development Ashtanga Yoga is very useful. As personality is a characteristic of behavior cognition and emotional pattern it needs to be developed at multidimensional level. According to Bhagwadgita it is said that Yoga is a state of balance between mind and body i.e. Yoga Samatwamuchyate. According to Patanjala Yoga Sutra it is explained as Yoga Chittavrittinirodha i.e. Cessation of mental modifications. It has many components that are important to improve social health also. In this article we will try to analyze role of Ashtanga Yoga in the three dimension of health told by Who. It also has its significance in women health

Adoption of Self-Service Technologies Among Banking Customers: A Revisit

The introduction of self-service technologies (SSTs) in the banking industry has been emerging as one of the significant business drivers that facilitate customers in operating their bank accounts. Considering this, the present study has made an attempt to pierce the existing literature with reference to the adoption of SSTs among banking customers. Particularly, the intent of the present article is to explore various personal (e.g., optimism, socioeconomic characteristics) and technology characteristics (e.g., perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use) that affect the acceptance of SSTs among the banking customers. Based on a review of the literature, a conceptual model for SST adoption has been proposed, thereby suggesting a roadmap for future research based on the gaps identified in the research concerning this area

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Critical analysis of Raktavaha Srotas

Srotas (body channels) is considered as an important entity of the body and is responsible for the Vahana (transferring) of Dosha, Dhatu etc. Full body is considered as Srotomaya (made of Srotas). These Srotas are very closely associated with their respective moolasthana. These Moolsthana are very important from treatment and prognostic aspect as its involvement in the formation, examination and control over the Bhavapadartha flowing through the Srotasa. The Rakta dhatu (blood) which is also referred as fourth Dosha by Ayurveda, is one of the important functional element of body of which formation, transformation and conduction is carried out by Raktavaha Srotas. The root of Raktavaha Srotas is considered as Yakrut (Liver) and Pleeha (Spleen). Injury to Raktavaha Srotas leads to Cyanoses, Fever, Anemia, hemorrhage, reddish discoloration of eyes. Raktavaha Srotas gets vitiated by consumption of spicy food and drinks, Unctous & hot food stuffs and beverages, excessive consumption of liquids, excessive exposure to sunlight & wind. The characteristic manifestation of the vitiation of Raktavaha Srotas leads to different types of Skin disorders, abscess formation, Jaundice

Awareness campaign among school going girls in Jammu district regarding Menstrual Hygiene

For billions of women and girls worldwide, menstruation is a monthly reality. Yet in many countries, people still face serious challenges when it comes to managing their periods. Myths, stigma and harmful gender norms around menstruation exacerbate the difficulties for girls and women across the world.Menstruation and menstrual practices are still clouded by taboos and socio-cultural restrictions resulting in adolescent girls remaining ignorant of the scientific facts and hygienic health practices, which sometimes result into adverse health outcome. Menstruation is a phenomenon unique to the females. The onset of menstruation is one of the most important changes occurring among the girls during the adolescent years. The first menstruation (menarche) occurs between 11 and 15 years with a mean of 13 years. There is a need to aware girls about the myths, safe practices and menstrual hygiene