Publications by authors named "Muhammad Aizaz Ashraf"
Article Synopsis
- Pseudohypoparathyroidism (PHP) is a disorder where the body is resistant to parathyroid hormone, causing high PTH levels, low calcium, and high phosphate, leading to various health issues.
- The most common subtype, PHP type 1a, causes symptoms like short stature and electrolyte imbalances, which can result in conditions like seizures or fractures.
- A case study of a 22-year-old woman with PHP highlights her severe symptoms, diagnosis process, and treatment plan, including calcium and Vitamin D supplementation after managing her fractures.
Objectives: This study aims to assess the impact of the 2022 floods in Pakistan on the incidence of vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs) in flood-affected regions, specifically focusing on areas with traditionally low vaccination coverage.
Design: Weekly incidence data of VPDs from September to November 2021 and 2022 were collected and analyzed for the provinces of Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Baluchistan. The study compared year-on-year changes in disease incidence to evaluate the effect of the floods on disease burden.
Background: The objective of this short communication is to summarize the current situation in Pakistan regarding the rising cases of diphtheria and to emphasize the need for public health interventions to control the spread of the disease.
Study Design: This study is a short communication.
Methods: Data on diphtheria cases were collected from various sources including the Pakistan Ministry of Health, the World Health Organization (WHO), and media reports.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is one of the most prevalent conditions worldwide and is conventionally treated by proton pump inhibitor therapy. However, around 40% of people have reported some form of resistance to this therapy. Vonoprazan has recently been approved for the treatment of GERD.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction And Importance: Chronic suppurative otitis media (CSOM) is a chronic inflammation of the middle ear associated with tympanic membrane rupture and purulent discharge for at least 6 weeks. Owing to the proper use and easy availability of antibiotics, these types of cases are rare in developed regions, but they are still occasionally seen in the developing world with poor hygiene and a lack of availability of antibiotics and immunizations.
Case Presentation: Patient presented with complaints of headache, yellow-colored discharge from ear, fever and vomiting.