Emotional intelligence in male and female sport climbers

Background: Emotions are a fundamental aspect of the sport activity manifesting itself in mental and physiological processes. In sport training, they act as motivational, informative and communicative factors. The ability to recognize emotional states, understand them, and express themselves in sport activity is an aspect of emotional intelligence that contributes to success in sport performance.Aim: The aim of presented study is to compare the emotional intelligence traits in male and female sport climbers.Material and methods: We examined 60 sport climbers (30 men, 30 women) aged 23±1 years. The average time of climbing training was 6 years. The study used the Popular Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire (PKIE). PKIE consists of 94 items of self-assessment. The questionnaire allows to calculate results on four-factor scale and the overall score.Results: The results showed there were significant differences between the two groups on the scale of emotions control, understanding and realizing own's emotions and in general indicator of emotional intelligence. In the indicated scales, men achieved higher average results. There were no significant differences in accepting, expressing and using emotions on both action and empathy scales.Conclusions: Male sport climbers used the recognition and understanding of emotional states to solve problems for success in climbing and characterize their higher level of overall emotional intelligence in a better way. Sport climbers of both sexes had average levels of acceptance of emotion and empathy. This means that climbers of both sexes were characterized by low levels of other emotional experiences and the use of emotional experiences in prospective activities

Five-factor model personality traits in sport climbers

Background: Success in sport climbing depends both on physiological and psychological factors. Personality, a psychological factor influencing daily functioning, is connected with sport activities such as the choice of discipline and the approach to workout. Personality also affects athletic performance, emotional balance during sport activity and gaining new sports experiences.Aim: The aim of this study is to compare the personality traits in male and female sport climbers.Material and methods: We examined 60 sport climbers (30 men, 30 women) aged 23±1 years. The average time of climbing training was 6 years. The study used the Big Five Personality Inventory (NEO-FFI) in Polish adaptation. The questionnaire consists of 60 assertive statements, the truthfulness of which is assessed by the investigator on the five-point scale Neuroticism, Openness to experience, Conscientiousness, Agreeableness, and Extraversion.Results: The results showed there were significant differences between the two groups on the Openes to experience and Agreeableness scales. There were no significant differences in Neuroticism, Conscientiousness and Extraversion scales.Conclusions: Male sport climbers were more liberal in views and experience, whereas female sport climbers were more competing. Sport climbers of both sexes had high levels of emotional balance and extroversion, and the average level of conscientiousness

Psychosomatics in ophthalmology - review of the literature

Objective:This study aimed to demonstrate the potential influence of psychiatric disorders on the development andcourse of ophthalmic diseases.Methods:A literature search was performed in the PubMed medical publication database using the followingkeywords: ophthalmology; glaucoma; psychiatrists; psychology; acute anterior uveitis; psychosomatics;health.Results:Stress and psychiatric disorders are underestimated risk factors in the course of ophthalmic diseases.Understanding the relationship between them is crucial to ensuring proper patient care. This is becausevision loss has serious consequences for the patient, ranging from difficulties in everyday life todisability, loss of livelihood and dependence on others. The stress reaction is associated with long-termpersistence of high cortisol levels, stimulation of the autonomic system and, consequently, vasculardysregulation and neuropathy. The result is a progression of visual disturbances, which causes furtherstress and anxiety.Conclusions:Effective psychiatric intervention, the correct physician approach, or relaxation techniques can speed uprecovery or reduce the risk of recurrence

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome – clinical symptoms, etiology, pathophysiology and medical treatment - a review of the literature

Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) is a rare disease of the skin and mucous membrane. It develops as a result of a sudden skin reaction, which is most often triggered by the use of certain drugs. It is characterized by acute epidermal necrosis. The syndrome can lead to many complications and death. Currently, there are no guidelines and management schematics for this disease. Treatment has changed over the years due to the discovery of the possible pathomechanism of SJS. Nevertheless, because of the rarity of the disease, there is a lack of adequate prospective randomized studies that could provide valuable information on treatment.    Objective: The purpose of this study was to present Stevens-Johnson syndrome, including clinical features, etiology, pathomechanism, complications and treatment.   Methods: A literature search was performed in the PubMed medical publication database using the following keywords: Stevens-Johnson syndrome, acute drug-induced skin reaction, cutaneous adverse drug reactions.   Results: Stevens-Johnson syndrome is an example of an acute cutaneous reaction to certain medicinal substances. The pathomechanism is not fully understood. There is an association of genetics with the risk of developing symptoms of the syndrome in selected populations. Treatment formerly was based on glucocorticosteroids, but now IVIG (intravenous immune globulin) is used. Dehydration, pneumonia or sepsis may develop as a complication of the syndrome.     Conclusions: The discovery of a genetic predisposition to develop Stevens-Johnson syndrome offers the possibility of future effective disease prevention. It is necessary to create medical procedure schemes for the diagnosis and treatment of this disorder. The discovery of the possible pathomechanism has allowed the use of IVIG in the treatment of the syndrome. Effective and prompt diagnosis and treatment can prevent life-threatening complications and death from SJS

Effects of dupilumab on hair in patients with atopic dermatitis - a review of the literature

Dupilumab is a recombinant human monoclonal antibody of the IgG4 class. Its mechanism of action can most broadly be described as inhibition of interleukin 4 and 13-mediated signal transduction. These cytokines are the main drivers of inflammatory diseases such as atopic dermatitis (AD) and asthma. Currently, dupilumab is the subject of many studies and scientific articles. More and more papers are being written about the efficacy of this drug and the side effects. Based on publications from the PubMed database, we present selected cases of atopic dermatitis patients who experienced uncharacteristic and unclear hair-related changes, such as hair loss, growth and change in hair colour, after dupilumab administration

Depression and suicide risk in dermatological diseases - a review of the literature

Introduction Depression can be an independent disease entity, but can also result from other somatic diseases. Psychodermatology is a scientific field that deals with the interactions between dermatology and psychiatry and psychology. It is estimated that psychiatric disorders may co-occur in up to 30-60% of people with dermatological conditions. Mood disorders of the depressive type are most common among this group of patients [1]. It is important that skin specialists pay attention to the mental state of their patients in their daily practice.  Objective In our work, we would like to draw attention to the interplay between psychiatric and dermatological diseases.  Methods A literature search was performed in the PubMed medical publication database using the following keywords: depression; dermatology; skin; somatic; psychiatry; psoriasis; atopic dermatitis; acnes vulgaris; suicidal risk. Results There is a proven risk of depression in patients with psoriasis, acne and atopic dermatitis. These diseases also increase the risk of suicidal thoughts. Conclusions Awareness among professionals and patients of the co-occurrence of these disorders is insufficient, which in some cases can lead to serious consequences for the patient and affect the effectiveness of treatment of both dermatological and psychiatric disorders

Glove failure in elective thyroid surgery: A prospective randomized study

Objectives: To analyze perforation rate in sterile gloves used by surgeons in the operating theatre of the Department of Endocrinological and General Surgery of Medical University of Lodz. Material and Methods: Randomized and controlled trial. This study analyses the incidents of tears in sterile surgical gloves used by surgeons during operations on 3 types of thyroid diseases according to the 10th revision of International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD-10) codes. Nine hundred seventy-two pairs (sets) of gloves were collected from 321 surgical procedures. All gloves were tested immediately following surgery using the water leak test (EN455-1) to detect leakage. Results: Glove perforation was detected in 89 of 972 glove sets (9.2%). Statistically relevant more often glove tears occurred in operator than the 1st assistant (p < 0.001). The sites of perforation were localized mostly on the middle finger of the non-dominant hand (22.5%), and the non-dominant ring finger (17.9%). Conclusions: This study has proved that the role performed by the surgeon during the procedure (operator, 1st assistant) has significant influence on the risk of glove perforations. Nearly 90% of glove perforations are unnoticed during surgery

Comparison of indicators of the use of insulin and oral diabetes medication in a Polish population of patients in urban and rural areas in the years 2008, 2011 and 2012

introduction. Diabetes is one of the 10 most important chronic diseases in the world. According to the data of the International Diabetes Federation, in Poland 9% of the population between the ages of 20–79 suffer from diabetes. objective. The aim of this study was to investigate the differences in the prevalence of diabetes in urban and rural areas in Poland, and the preparation of a model describing the phenomenon. materials and method. Differences between urban and rural areas were studied for the occurrence of patients treated with diabetes per 100,000 inhabitants, the number of patients, structure of treatment per the used products, and the costs of reimbursement of treatment products between 2008–2012. Urban and rural cases were compared using zip codes. The basis for classifying a patient as being an inhabitant of an urban or rural area was an urban zip code of the declared place of residence. results. Differences were observed both between various areas of Poland, as well as depending on whether the declared place of residence of the patient was urban or rural. Differences between urban and rural areas within the studied period have increased. The difference in the prevalence of diabetes among the inhabitants of Podlaskie, Śląskie or Świętokrzyskie provinces is striking. conclusion. Differences between urban and rural areas which depend on morbidity and detection of patients in the earlier phase of illness, the structures of medical technologies used in the treatment process, the number of purchased pharmaceuticals, enable better monitoring of effectiveness and quality of politics on prevention and treatment of chronic diseases. It is important for the creation of a health policy to devise a system of indicators, which will enable a decrease in the existing differences between regions, and between the urban and rural areas within the provinces

Obesity as a multidimensional problem in the health care system - literature review

Awareness among medical professionals and patients about the impact of obesity on health is currently at a good level. Medical recommendations often include the recommendation of weight reduction, and there are increasing numbers of dieticians on wards educating patients about a healthy diet and physical activity. Special programs are also being developed to provide pharmacological and surgical treatment for obesity. New drugs that reduce body fat are becoming available. Unfortunately, as statistics show, the problem is still global and the number of obese people is increasing over the years. Currently, there is a huge emphasis on treating and reversing the effects of obesity, rather than preventing it. Scientific and technological advances are lagging behind in the face of the challenges posed by the large obese population.&nbsp; In this work, we present the radiological, anesthesiological and surgical problems and limitations associated with obesity, which may not be obvious to those who do not deal with obese patients on a daily basis as well as the patients themselves

Thirty years of evolution of oral health behaviours and dental caries in urban and rural areas in Poland

[b]Introduction and objective[/b]. 34 years ago, children living in rural areas had almost 2 more teeth affected by decay than those living in cities. Environmental differences are being reduced along with Poland’s civilization development. The aim of the study is to assess the extent to which the differences in the intensity of caries and oral health behaviours between the urban rural environment have been reduced have been reduced in the past 3 decades. [b]Materials and methods[/b]. The data from 9 national surveys of 14,338 children aged 12 years and 5,425 adults aged 35–44 who lived in the city and in the countryside were analysed. Mean number of decayed (D), missing (M) and filled (F) teeth (DMFT) was determined during the examination, as well as oral health behaviours. [b]Results[/b]. During the past 3 decades, in the statistical 12-year-old Polish child, tooth decay has been reduced from 7.3 to 3.6 teeth, and the environmental difference between the town and village children is now almost 5 times smaller. A similar trend is observed in children’s dental behaviours. Improving the oral health status and levelling of the environmental differences in the population aged 35–44 is much slower than in children. [b]Conclusions[/b]. In the last three decades, the level of tooth decay has been reduced by half, but it is still 3 times higher than in other European countries. Environmental differences have been reduced particularly in children. Both the oral health status and urban/rural environment differences in the intensity of tooth decay may be regarded as one of the many measures of Poland’s social and civilization development. However, the analysed process is not monotonic; instead, it has some turning points