Publications by authors named "Asma Mahmud"
Background: This cross-sectional study among the employees of the National Defense University of Malaysia (NDUM) assessed the levels of depression, anxiety, and fear related to COVID-19 and its association with psychosocial factors. It was conducted during the strict lockdown period imposed by the Malaysian government due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Methods: A stratified sampling method was used, and 277 employees were randomly selected to participate in the study.
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- This policy brief analyzes Malaysia's health plans, regulations, and guidelines related to postnatal depression (PND).
- A review of 13 documents found that while PND is recognized in clinical practices, it is not mentioned in other policy documents.
- Recommendations include improving PND care resources, increasing advocacy to combat stigma, providing better training for healthcare providers, and developing user-friendly mental health intervention modules for volunteers.
Domperidone is an antiemetic that is commonly used as an off-label prescription to induce lactation. Neuropsychiatric adverse effects of domperidone such as akathisia and depression are previously described. It has never been reported to be associated with infanticide ideation.
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- Obesity increases the risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE), and this study aimed to determine the best enoxaparin dosage for obese patients.
- The study included 47 obese patients and 20 non-obese controls, examining their clinical outcomes and the need for dosage adjustments based on anti-Xa levels.
- Results showed that BMI-stratified dosing of enoxaparin was safe and effective for treating VTE in obese patients, while prophylaxis with a specific dosage helped prevent VTE without significant bleeding risks.