Contact lens overwear and contamination can cause severe eye pain in patients. Examination may reveal corneal injury, iritis, conjunctivitis, or no visible findings without staining. Topical anesthetic and fluorescein dye should be used to examine for corneal epithelial defects, which are treated with antibiotic ointment. Patients are instructed to avoid lens wear until cleared by an ophthalmologist and seek follow-up care. Topical anesthetics, contaminated lens reuse, patching, and steroid drops are not recommended for management.
conjunctivitis is an eye disorder .this is all so known as pink eye .in the India south side people it is called as madras eye ..in this slide mentioned about .definition, review anatomy and physiology, types including causes , pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, treatment, nursing management, and prevention are there. the client who is affected with this use separate towels, wash your hands daily, eat eye healthy foods like vitamin a , e,omega 3 fatty acid, this will help the eyes verywell.eye exercise very helpful for eye health.if eye sensitive is there use sun glass that is very help full for the eye , eye staraning should be avioded.if the school student is affected means student should not go to the school for one week.
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conjunctivitis is an eye disorder .this is all so known as pink eye .in the India south side people it is called as madras eye ..in this slide mentioned about .definition, review anatomy and physiology, types including causes , pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, treatment, nursing management, and prevention are there. the client who is affected with this use separate towels, wash your hands daily, eat eye healthy foods like vitamin a , e,omega 3 fatty acid, this will help the eyes verywell.eye exercise very helpful for eye health.if eye sensitive is there use sun glass that is very help full for the eye , eye staraning should be avioded.if the school student is affected means student should not go to the school for one week.
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A congenital opacity of the crystalline lens. Cloudiness in the lens of the eye that is present at, or develops shortly after birth. Congenital cataracts are also the most frequent cause of leukocoria (white pupil) in children.
Dry Eye Treatment - Artificial Tears and Punctal Plugsparkavenuelasek
Dr. Emil Chynn was the 1st eye surgeon in NYC to have LASIK himself (in 1999) but switched to the safer, noncutting SafeSight procedure in 2005 to avoid the night glare and dry eyes he and his patients had after LASIK. By avoiding cutting a flap, Dr. Chynn avoids cutting the corneal nerves, which causes dry eyes--so no dry eyes after LASEK!
This is a presentation delivered by myself to my training practice on the 4ht of April 2020. This presentation aims to cover the common Ophthalmic presentations we see in Primary care.
Eyes are an important part of the body. In this Presentation we are introducing some common Eye disorders & some natural remedies to treat them.
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Aftercare and follow up visit of contact lens_ Tariq Al FayadTariq Al Fayad
Aftercare examinations should be undertaken routinely on all contact lens wearers, on the basis that ‘prevention is better than cure’. The first aftercare examination should ideally take place after 2–3 weeks.
Dr. Lanin Chen Resident Dept. of Ophthalmology, D. Y. Patil Medical College, Dr. Nita Shanbhag Head of Dept. of Ophthalmology, D. Y. Patil Medical College Navi Mumbai.
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Corneal injury describes an injury to the
cornea. The cornea is the crystal clear (transparent) tissue covering the front
of the eye. It works with the lens of the eye to focus images on the retina.
This presentation from IVT's 2nd Annual Validation Week Canada covers the 2011 FDA Process validation and the subsequent statistical processes. Statistics in process validation is introduced as well as the integration with six sigma and solutions to common mistakes.
A congenital opacity of the crystalline lens. Cloudiness in the lens of the eye that is present at, or develops shortly after birth. Congenital cataracts are also the most frequent cause of leukocoria (white pupil) in children.
Dry Eye Treatment - Artificial Tears and Punctal Plugsparkavenuelasek
Dr. Emil Chynn was the 1st eye surgeon in NYC to have LASIK himself (in 1999) but switched to the safer, noncutting SafeSight procedure in 2005 to avoid the night glare and dry eyes he and his patients had after LASIK. By avoiding cutting a flap, Dr. Chynn avoids cutting the corneal nerves, which causes dry eyes--so no dry eyes after LASEK!
This is a presentation delivered by myself to my training practice on the 4ht of April 2020. This presentation aims to cover the common Ophthalmic presentations we see in Primary care.
Eyes are an important part of the body. In this Presentation we are introducing some common Eye disorders & some natural remedies to treat them.
For more information & any help write directly to us: support@nirogam.com
Nirogam India Pvt. Ltd.
F-32 & 33, 1st Floor
DLF Centre Point, Sector – 11,
Bata Mor, Main Mathura Road,
Faridabad, Haryana (India) - 121006
Mob: +91-9958171405 # 9015525552
Ph: 0129-4076777, 4006805
Email: info@nirogam.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/nirogam
Web: www.nirogam.com
Aftercare and follow up visit of contact lens_ Tariq Al FayadTariq Al Fayad
Aftercare examinations should be undertaken routinely on all contact lens wearers, on the basis that ‘prevention is better than cure’. The first aftercare examination should ideally take place after 2–3 weeks.
Dr. Lanin Chen Resident Dept. of Ophthalmology, D. Y. Patil Medical College, Dr. Nita Shanbhag Head of Dept. of Ophthalmology, D. Y. Patil Medical College Navi Mumbai.
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Corneal injury describes an injury to the
cornea. The cornea is the crystal clear (transparent) tissue covering the front
of the eye. It works with the lens of the eye to focus images on the retina.
This presentation from IVT's 2nd Annual Validation Week Canada covers the 2011 FDA Process validation and the subsequent statistical processes. Statistics in process validation is introduced as well as the integration with six sigma and solutions to common mistakes.
Process Validation is Key important factor for the Pharmaceutical Industry to maintain Consistent Quality in product which claimed by the manufacturer.
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FOR OPTOMETRY STUDENTS, ACUTE RED EYE AND SYMPTOMS AFTER WEARING A LONG TERM CONTACT LENS WITHOUT PROPER PROCEDURE
Contact lens-induced acute red eye (CLARE) occurs in the presence of corneal hypoxia combined with noninvasive gram-negative bacteria that elicit an inflammatory reaction secondary to bacterial endotoxin. No actual corneal infection exists in this case
Pulmonary Thromboembolism - etilogy, types, medical- Surgical and nursing man...VarunMahajani
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These lecture slides, by Dr Sidra Arshad, offer a quick overview of physiological basis of a normal electrocardiogram.
Learning objectives:
1. Define an electrocardiogram (ECG) and electrocardiography
2. Describe how dipoles generated by the heart produce the waveforms of the ECG
3. Describe the components of a normal electrocardiogram of a typical bipolar leads (limb II)
4. Differentiate between intervals and segments
5. Enlist some common indications for obtaining an ECG
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 11, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 9, Human Physiology - From Cells to Systems, Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
3. Chapter 29, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
4. Electrocardiogram, StatPearls - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK549803/
5. ECG in Medical Practice by ABM Abdullah, 4th edition
6. ECG Basics, http://www.nataliescasebook.com/tag/e-c-g-basics
MANAGEMENT OF ATRIOVENTRICULAR CONDUCTION BLOCK.pdfJim Jacob Roy
Cardiac conduction defects can occur due to various causes.
Atrioventricular conduction blocks ( AV blocks ) are classified into 3 types.
This document describes the acute management of AV block.
Title: Sense of Smell
Presenter: Dr. Faiza, Assistant Professor of Physiology
Qualifications:
MBBS (Best Graduate, AIMC Lahore)
FCPS Physiology
ICMT, CHPE, DHPE (STMU)
MPH (GC University, Faisalabad)
MBA (Virtual University of Pakistan)
Learning Objectives:
Describe the primary categories of smells and the concept of odor blindness.
Explain the structure and location of the olfactory membrane and mucosa, including the types and roles of cells involved in olfaction.
Describe the pathway and mechanisms of olfactory signal transmission from the olfactory receptors to the brain.
Illustrate the biochemical cascade triggered by odorant binding to olfactory receptors, including the role of G-proteins and second messengers in generating an action potential.
Identify different types of olfactory disorders such as anosmia, hyposmia, hyperosmia, and dysosmia, including their potential causes.
Key Topics:
Olfactory Genes:
3% of the human genome accounts for olfactory genes.
400 genes for odorant receptors.
Olfactory Membrane:
Located in the superior part of the nasal cavity.
Medially: Folds downward along the superior septum.
Laterally: Folds over the superior turbinate and upper surface of the middle turbinate.
Total surface area: 5-10 square centimeters.
Olfactory Mucosa:
Olfactory Cells: Bipolar nerve cells derived from the CNS (100 million), with 4-25 olfactory cilia per cell.
Sustentacular Cells: Produce mucus and maintain ionic and molecular environment.
Basal Cells: Replace worn-out olfactory cells with an average lifespan of 1-2 months.
Bowman’s Gland: Secretes mucus.
Stimulation of Olfactory Cells:
Odorant dissolves in mucus and attaches to receptors on olfactory cilia.
Involves a cascade effect through G-proteins and second messengers, leading to depolarization and action potential generation in the olfactory nerve.
Quality of a Good Odorant:
Small (3-20 Carbon atoms), volatile, water-soluble, and lipid-soluble.
Facilitated by odorant-binding proteins in mucus.
Membrane Potential and Action Potential:
Resting membrane potential: -55mV.
Action potential frequency in the olfactory nerve increases with odorant strength.
Adaptation Towards the Sense of Smell:
Rapid adaptation within the first second, with further slow adaptation.
Psychological adaptation greater than receptor adaptation, involving feedback inhibition from the central nervous system.
Primary Sensations of Smell:
Camphoraceous, Musky, Floral, Pepperminty, Ethereal, Pungent, Putrid.
Odor Detection Threshold:
Examples: Hydrogen sulfide (0.0005 ppm), Methyl-mercaptan (0.002 ppm).
Some toxic substances are odorless at lethal concentrations.
Characteristics of Smell:
Odor blindness for single substances due to lack of appropriate receptor protein.
Behavioral and emotional influences of smell.
Transmission of Olfactory Signals:
From olfactory cells to glomeruli in the olfactory bulb, involving lateral inhibition.
Primitive, less old, and new olfactory systems with different path
New Directions in Targeted Therapeutic Approaches for Older Adults With Mantl...i3 Health
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This slide deck presented by Dr. Kami Maddocks, Professor-Clinical in the Division of Hematology and
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Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) is a rare, aggressive B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) accounting for 5% to 7% of all lymphomas. Its prognosis ranges from indolent disease that does not require treatment for years to very aggressive disease, which is associated with poor survival (Silkenstedt et al, 2021). Typically, MCL is diagnosed at advanced stage and in older patients who cannot tolerate intensive therapy (NCCN, 2022). Although recent advances have slightly increased remission rates, recurrence and relapse remain very common, leading to a median overall survival between 3 and 6 years (LLS, 2021). Though there are several effective options, progress is still needed towards establishing an accepted frontline approach for MCL (Castellino et al, 2022). Treatment selection and management of MCL are complicated by the heterogeneity of prognosis, advanced age and comorbidities of patients, and lack of an established standard approach for treatment, making it vital that clinicians be familiar with the latest research and advances in this area. In this activity chaired by Michael Wang, MD, Professor in the Department of Lymphoma & Myeloma at MD Anderson Cancer Center, expert faculty will discuss prognostic factors informing treatment, the promising results of recent trials in new therapeutic approaches, and the implications of treatment resistance in therapeutic selection for MCL.
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Hematology/oncology fellows, attending faculty, and other health care professionals involved in the treatment of patients with mantle cell lymphoma (MCL).
Learning Objectives
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Ethanol (CH3CH2OH), or beverage alcohol, is a two-carbon alcohol
that is rapidly distributed in the body and brain. Ethanol alters many
neurochemical systems and has rewarding and addictive properties. It
is the oldest recreational drug and likely contributes to more morbidity,
mortality, and public health costs than all illicit drugs combined. The
5th edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
(DSM-5) integrates alcohol abuse and alcohol dependence into a single
disorder called alcohol use disorder (AUD), with mild, moderate,
and severe subclassifications (American Psychiatric Association, 2013).
In the DSM-5, all types of substance abuse and dependence have been
combined into a single substance use disorder (SUD) on a continuum
from mild to severe. A diagnosis of AUD requires that at least two of
the 11 DSM-5 behaviors be present within a 12-month period (mild
AUD: 2–3 criteria; moderate AUD: 4–5 criteria; severe AUD: 6–11 criteria).
The four main behavioral effects of AUD are impaired control over
drinking, negative social consequences, risky use, and altered physiological
effects (tolerance, withdrawal). This chapter presents an overview
of the prevalence and harmful consequences of AUD in the U.S.,
the systemic nature of the disease, neurocircuitry and stages of AUD,
comorbidities, fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, genetic risk factors, and
pharmacotherapies for AUD.
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Tom Selleck Health: A Comprehensive Look at the Iconic Actor’s Wellness Journeygreendigital
Tom Selleck, an enduring figure in Hollywood. has captivated audiences for decades with his rugged charm, iconic moustache. and memorable roles in television and film. From his breakout role as Thomas Magnum in Magnum P.I. to his current portrayal of Frank Reagan in Blue Bloods. Selleck's career has spanned over 50 years. But beyond his professional achievements. fans have often been curious about Tom Selleck Health. especially as he has aged in the public eye.
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Introduction
Many have been interested in Tom Selleck health. not only because of his enduring presence on screen but also because of the challenges. and lifestyle choices he has faced and made over the years. This article delves into the various aspects of Tom Selleck health. exploring his fitness regimen, diet, mental health. and the challenges he has encountered as he ages. We'll look at how he maintains his well-being. the health issues he has faced, and his approach to ageing .
Early Life and Career
Childhood and Athletic Beginnings
Tom Selleck was born on January 29, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan, and grew up in Sherman Oaks, California. From an early age, he was involved in sports, particularly basketball. which played a significant role in his physical development. His athletic pursuits continued into college. where he attended the University of Southern California (USC) on a basketball scholarship. This early involvement in sports laid a strong foundation for his physical health and disciplined lifestyle.
Transition to Acting
Selleck's transition from an athlete to an actor came with its physical demands. His first significant role in "Magnum P.I." required him to perform various stunts and maintain a fit appearance. This role, which he played from 1980 to 1988. necessitated a rigorous fitness routine to meet the show's demands. setting the stage for his long-term commitment to health and wellness.
Fitness Regimen
Workout Routine
Tom Selleck health and fitness regimen has evolved. adapting to his changing roles and age. During his "Magnum, P.I." days. Selleck's workouts were intense and focused on building and maintaining muscle mass. His routine included weightlifting, cardiovascular exercises. and specific training for the stunts he performed on the show.
Selleck adjusted his fitness routine as he aged to suit his body's needs. Today, his workouts focus on maintaining flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular health. He incorporates low-impact exercises such as swimming, walking, and light weightlifting. This balanced approach helps him stay fit without putting undue strain on his joints and muscles.
Importance of Flexibility and Mobility
In recent years, Selleck has emphasized the importance of flexibility and mobility in his fitness regimen. Understanding the natural decline in muscle mass and joint flexibility with age. he includes stretching and yoga in his routine. These practices help prevent injuries, improve posture, and maintain mobilit
Anti ulcer drugs and their Advance pharmacology ||
Anti-ulcer drugs are medications used to prevent and treat ulcers in the stomach and upper part of the small intestine (duodenal ulcers). These ulcers are often caused by an imbalance between stomach acid and the mucosal lining, which protects the stomach lining.
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Lung Cancer: Artificial Intelligence, Synergetics, Complex System Analysis, S...Oleg Kshivets
RESULTS: Overall life span (LS) was 2252.1±1742.5 days and cumulative 5-year survival (5YS) reached 73.2%, 10 years – 64.8%, 20 years – 42.5%. 513 LCP lived more than 5 years (LS=3124.6±1525.6 days), 148 LCP – more than 10 years (LS=5054.4±1504.1 days).199 LCP died because of LC (LS=562.7±374.5 days). 5YS of LCP after bi/lobectomies was significantly superior in comparison with LCP after pneumonectomies (78.1% vs.63.7%, P=0.00001 by log-rank test). AT significantly improved 5YS (66.3% vs. 34.8%) (P=0.00000 by log-rank test) only for LCP with N1-2. Cox modeling displayed that 5YS of LCP significantly depended on: phase transition (PT) early-invasive LC in terms of synergetics, PT N0—N12, cell ratio factors (ratio between cancer cells- CC and blood cells subpopulations), G1-3, histology, glucose, AT, blood cell circuit, prothrombin index, heparin tolerance, recalcification time (P=0.000-0.038). Neural networks, genetic algorithm selection and bootstrap simulation revealed relationships between 5YS and PT early-invasive LC (rank=1), PT N0—N12 (rank=2), thrombocytes/CC (3), erythrocytes/CC (4), eosinophils/CC (5), healthy cells/CC (6), lymphocytes/CC (7), segmented neutrophils/CC (8), stick neutrophils/CC (9), monocytes/CC (10); leucocytes/CC (11). Correct prediction of 5YS was 100% by neural networks computing (area under ROC curve=1.0; error=0.0).
CONCLUSIONS: 5YS of LCP after radical procedures significantly depended on: 1) PT early-invasive cancer; 2) PT N0--N12; 3) cell ratio factors; 4) blood cell circuit; 5) biochemical factors; 6) hemostasis system; 7) AT; 8) LC characteristics; 9) LC cell dynamics; 10) surgery type: lobectomy/pneumonectomy; 11) anthropometric data. Optimal diagnosis and treatment strategies for LC are: 1) screening and early detection of LC; 2) availability of experienced thoracic surgeons because of complexity of radical procedures; 3) aggressive en block surgery and adequate lymph node dissection for completeness; 4) precise prediction; 5) adjuvant chemoimmunoradiotherapy for LCP with unfavorable prognosis.
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Contact Lens Overwear And Contamination
1. Contact Lens Overwear and Contamination
Presentation
A patient who wears hard, impermeable contact lenses may come to the ED in the early
morning complaining of severe eye pain, after he has fallen asleep with his lenses in or
stayed up late, leaving his lenses in for more than 12 hours. Extended-wear soft lenses
can cause a similar syndrome when left in for days or contanimated with irritants. The
patient may not be able to open his eyes for examination because of pain and
blepharospasm. He may show obvious corneal injury, with signs of iritis and
conjunctivitis, or show no visible findings at all without fluorescein staining.
What to do:
• Instill topical anesthestic drops.
• Perform a complete eye exam including pupillary reflexes, funduscopy, and
inspection of conjunctival sacs. Use a slit lamp if available.
• If you see any ulcerations on the cornea, call for ophthalmologic consultation
right away. Acanthameba infections from soft lenses can damage the eye
rapidly, and may require excision and hospitalization.
• Instill fluorescein dye (use single-dose dropper or wet a dyeimpregnated paper
strip and touch it to the tear pool in the lower conjunctival sac), have the patient
blink, and examine under cobalt blue or ultraviolet light for the green
fluorescence of dye bound to devitalized corneal epithelium. This staining should
demonstrate central corneal uptake of fluorescein without sharply demarcated
borders.
• Sketch the area of corneal injury on the patient record, rinse out the dye and
instill tobramycin or gentamycin ointment in the lower conjunctival sac.
• Prescribe analgesics (e.g., naproxen, ibuprofen, oxycodone) and give the first
dose.
• Instruct the patient to avoid wearing his lenses until cleared by the
ophthalmologist, and to seek ophthalmologic followup within one day.
What not to do:
• Do not discharge a patient with topical anesthetic ophthalmic drops for continued
administration: they potentiate serious injury.
• Do not let a patient re-use contaminated or infected soft lenses.
• Do not patch contact lens abrasions or early ulcerative keratitis.
• Do not prescribe antibiotic ointments that do not provide prophylaxis against
Pseudomonas (e.g., erythromycin and sulfas).
• Do not use steroid-containing drops or ointments.
Discussion
Hard contact lenses and extended-wear soft lenses left in place too long deprive the
avascular corneal epithelium of oxygen and nutrients from the tear film. This produces
2. diffuse ischemia, which usually heals perfectly in a day, but can be exquisitely painful as
soon as the lenses are removed. Soft lenses can absorb chemical irritants, allergens,
bacteria and ameba if they soak in a contaminated cleaning solution. There are
approximately 25 million contact lens wearers in the US. Adverse reactions range from
minor transient irritation to corneal ulceration and infection that may result in
permanent loss of vision from corneal scarring. Pseudomonas is most commonly
associated with contact lens-related keratitis. It is for this reason that the management
of these cases should differ from routine care given to mechanical corneal abrasions not
caused by contact lenses. Occlusive patching and corticosteroid medications favor
bacterial growth and are therefore not recommended in the setting of contact lens use.