Publications by authors named "Mohammad O Abu Zahirah"
Article Synopsis
- - The study aimed to evaluate the social stigma associated with multiple sclerosis (MS) among patients in Saudi Arabia through an online survey filled out by 381 participants.
- - Findings indicated significant regional differences in stigma levels, with the highest stigma reported in the Northern region and the lowest in the Eastern region, as well as higher stigma in unmarried patients compared to those who are married.
- - The study concludes that societal stigma towards MS patients is prevalent in Saudi Arabia, advocating for increased psychological and social support, along with volunteer campaigns to raise awareness about the condition.
Background In recent years, there has been an increase in the use of the internet and information technology for accessing health information. This study aimed to determine the factors that affect patients with neurological disabilities and their willingness to search for information via the internet. In addition, we aimed to assess how patients manage this information, considering the increasing availability of online information and websites that discuss health and diseases, as well as the spread of communication technology and its accessibility to the public.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFFoot pain is a prevalent musculoskeletal complaint with plantar fasciitis being one of the most common underlying etiologies. Diagnostic imaging studies are rarely performed for patients with plantar fasciitis. We report the case of a 34-year-old woman with a six-month history of left heel pain that was worsened by prolonged standing and walking.
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