Background: Sleep disturbances are common among individuals with leukemia, and they can significantly impact their overall well-being. Acupuncture and foot reflexology, two alternative therapies rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, have gained recognition for their potential to address sleep issues and alleviate associated symptoms.
Methods: This single blinded, three-groups randomized controlled trial was navigated at Tohid Hospital, involving 132 leukemia patients divided into acupuncture (n = 44), foot reflexology (n = 44), and control (n = 44) groups via random card selection.
Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) is a severe and rare adverse drug reaction associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Although SJS is commonly triggered by multiple drugs, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), including diclofenac, have been frequently implicated. A middle-aged woman, who is 50 years old, has a prior medical record of high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and has recently suffered from a pulmonary embolism.
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