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Identifying Factors Predicting Response to Clomiphene Citrate in Male Hypogonadism and Infertility

Lucas Caseri Câmara · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2024

The “Type of Article” of this paper is “Letter to the Editor”. This paper discuses about: “Identifying Factors Predicting Response to Clomiphene Citrate in Male Hypogonadism and Infertility”. No formal abstract is available. Readers are requested to read the full article.

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121151

Overview on Gallstone Ileus: An Update on Management

Kumar H.R · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2024

Gallstone ileus is a rare complication of gallstone disease and is seen in less than 5% of cases of intestinal obstruction, The diagnosis is confirmed by a combination of clinical presentation and imaging modalities in the form of abdominal x-ray and computerized tomography which...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121152

Nutritional Knowledge, Dietary Practices and Consumption Pattern of Fruits and Vegetables among In-school Adolescents in LAUTECH International College, Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Nigeria

Igbagboyemi Adesola Deniran, Bukola Azeezat Omitola, Elizabeth Oluwafolakemi Aleru, Maryam Abidemi Kolapo, Ayomide Mercy Edegbai, Abisola Omotola Fawole & Kunle Segun Atoyebi · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2024

Background: Micronutrient deficiencies remain a significant public health concern in Nigeria, particularly among young adolescents. These deficiencies can lead to adverse health outcomes, including osteoporosis, osteomalacia, thyroid dysfunction, colorectal cancer, and cardiovasc...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121154

Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Capability among Community-level Individuals of Kisumu-Kenya

Makunda Nancy Wilbroda, Jane Owenga & Dickens Omondi · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2024

Introduction: Kenya, like many countries in Africa, faces a range of public health emergencies, including outbreaks of infectious diseases, natural disasters, and environmental health threats. The capacity to respond effectively to such emergencies at the community level is criti...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121150

A Study of the Protective Role of Berberis vulgaris Aqueous Extract on Some Liver Enzymes and Proteins in Male Rats Treated with Monosodium Glutamate

Aqbal Salam Hamza & Rasha Abdul Ameer Jawad · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2024

Various civilizations utilize the fruit of the common herb barberry as a culinary component. Barberry is utilized as a therapeutic herb. This is used in traditional medicine for gastrointestinal issues, kidney stones, gallbladder and liver issues, circulatory system stimulation,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121149

Prevalence of Occult Hepatitis B Virus Infection among Healthy Hbsag Negative Blood Donors in Owerri Town, South-east Nigeria

Ukoha OB, Chukwurah SN, Ukoha O, Anyanechi CC, Ekwunife CU, Udigwe CF, Nwadimkpa CH, Izunwa OE, Eze HT, Okonkwo UC & Ihekwaba AE · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2024

Background: Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection with its attendant complications is a disease of major public health importance being the 10th leading cause of death globally. Transfusion transmitted HBV continues to be a major problem despite the routine screening of donor blood p...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121148

Analysis of 3 Financial Models in the Health System: Pay-for-Performance, Results-Based-Budgeting, Capitation

Miguel Angel Serna Martínez, Beatriz Garnica Guerrero, María del Carmen López Zermeño, Pedro Rubén Negrete López, David Pérez Becker, Josefina Reynoso Vázquez, Olga Rocío Flores Chávez & Jesús Carlos Ruvalcaba Ledezma · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2024

In the field of health economics, there are constant challenges to balance the quality of health care with efficiency in financial management, making financial models essential in the allocation of resources in the health system. The models used were Pay-for-Performance, Results-...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121147

The Ethical Paradox of Informed Consent in HPV Vaccination: Examining the Legal Boundaries and Ethical Considerations of Parental Consent, Public Health, and Individual Rights

Filia Clementy Daniast Susilo, Bagus Faridian, Alexander Alif Nu’man, Pradina Candraning Tyas & Muhammad Luthfi Firdaus · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2024

Background and Objective: Effective communication is crucial in medical procedures, and informed consent is a key example of this. However, informed consent may face unique circumstances, such as in life support situations or government health programs. The Human Papillomavirus (...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121146

The Influence of Physical Activity, Smoking Habits on Prediabetes and Diabetes at Age 18-24 Years

Surya Ayu Pratiwi, Cynthia Arsita, Rahel Amanda Konoralma & Andreas Wilson Setiawan · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2024

Objective and Background: Diabetes mellitus is a chronic degenerative metabolic disorder characterized by elevated blood glucose levels (hyperglycemia) due to impairments in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both. The prevalence of diabetes mellitus is increasing globally, an...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121145

Tackling the Burden of Substandard and Falsified Medicines and Health Technologies in Somaliland and Somalia

Saed Nuh Ahmed & Angela Brand · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2024

Background: The problem posed by the substandard and falsified (SF) medicines is a rising global challenge. WHO estimates that sales of SF medical products in low- and middle-income countries is around US$ 30 billion whereby 1 in 10 medical is substandard or falsified. Objectives...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121144

A Study on the Prevalence of Inguinal Hernia at Keluarga Sehat Hospital Pati, Indonesia

Teguh Suryanto, Enny Rachmani & Slamet Isworo · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2024

Background and Objective: Inguinal hernia is a common medical condition, with potential serious complications such as incarcerated or strangulated hernias. Keluarga Sehat Hospital Pati, a Type C hospital, reports a significant number of patient visits. This study aims to determin...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121142

Socio-economic and Demographic Characteristics of Caregivers as a Determinant of Nutritional Status of Children Aged 6-59 Months in Kericho County, Kenya

Daniel Kipngeno Cheruiyot · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2024

Child growth and well-being are critically dependent on proper nutrition, particularly during the developmental phase between the ages of 6 and 59 months. Poor nutritional status is associated with an increased prevalence of mortality and morbidity in Kenya and globally. This stu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121143

Biochemical Analysis of Cerebrospinal Fluid in Paediatric Patients: Insights from a Tertiary Hospital in Nigeria

Ochuko Otokunefor & Woroma Wonodi · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2024

Aim: Cerebrospinal fluid analysis is an investigation routinely carried out in patients to make a diagnosis, exclude a diagnosis or treat infectious and non -infectious diseases of the nervous system. Analysis of cerebrospinal fluid could be biochemical, microbiological or hemato...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121141

Efficacy of High Dose Pulse Methylprednsiolone (Somidex) vs Oral Prednisolone for Treatment of Newly Diagnosed Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura in Rajavithi Hospital: Open Labelled Randomized Controlled Trial

Chajchawan Nakhakes · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2024

Background: ITP is a disease which develops as a result of increased activity of the reticuloendothelial system (mainly the liver and spleen). The role of high-dose short- acting corticosteroids in the treatment of immune thrombocytopenic purpura in adults is controversial. We as...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121140