Dyslipidemia is abnormal lipid and lipoprotein levels in the blood, influenced mainly by genetics, lifestyle, and environmental factors. The management of lipid levels in children involves early screening, nonpharmacological interventions such as lifestyle modifications and dietary changes, nutraceuticals, and pharmacological treatments, including drug therapy. However, the prevalence of dyslipidemia in the pediatric population is increasing, particularly among obese children, which is a significant risk factor for cardiovascular complications.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Breast cancer is one of the top three malignancies worldwide. While radiotherapy, hormone replacement therapys, and chemotherapy are treatments, chemotherapy causes adverse effects that hinder daily life activities.
Objectives: To assess the prevalence, severity, and association of symptomatic toxicities in female breast cancer patients affecting various organ systems post systemic chemotherapy (adjuvant and neoadjuvant), and their impact on daily activities.