Metabolic syndrome is defined by a constellation of interconnected factors that increase the risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes. It is caused by abdominal obesity and insulin resistance due to genetic and lifestyle factors like poor diet, sedentary behavior, and stress. The main pathophysiological mechanisms are chronic inflammation from excess abdominal fat, dyslipidemia, hypertension, and impaired glucose tolerance. Treatment involves lifestyle modifications like weight loss through calorie restriction and increased physical activity as well as medications targeting obesity, blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol.
this was the first lecture which i delivered as a doctor. it was about dyslipidemia. i hope you will find information valuable to you here. please read. let me know about your ideas. comment.
this was the first lecture which i delivered as a doctor. it was about dyslipidemia. i hope you will find information valuable to you here. please read. let me know about your ideas. comment.
Diabetes mellitus (DM) has routinely been described as a metabolic disorder characterized by hyperglycemia that develops as a consequence of defects in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both.
Such a deficiency results in increased concentrations of glucose in the blood, which in turn damage many of the body's systems, in particular the blood vessels and nerves.
1. Microvascular (due to damage to small blood vessels).
2. Macrovascular (due to damage to larger blood vessels).
AR inherited disorder of impaired copper excretion characterized by excessive deposition of copper in many tissues and organs, principally the liver, brain, and eye. • Discovered by Samuel Alexander kinnier Wilson. Liver fails to excrete sufficient Cu via the bile, and the ability to incorporate Cu into CP is diminished Due to loss of function mutations of the ATP7B gene on chromosome 13, which encodes a copper-transporting ATPase (ATP7B). Most common presentations are with liver disease or neuro- psychiatric disturbances. Kayser–Fleischer ring is the clinical hallmark of WD. caused by deposition of copper in Desçemet’s membrane of cornea. Penicillamine is the of choice.
Metabolic syndrome is one of the most common risk factor for Cardiovascular disease. Greek, unani, ayurvedic Herbal medicine shows great potential in helping fight the condition. in these presentation an attempt made to understand the pathophysiology in detail, and How Unani system of medicine address this whole syndrome along with the details of potent herbs which can be used for the Metabolic syndrome.
Diabetes mellitus (DM) has routinely been described as a metabolic disorder characterized by hyperglycemia that develops as a consequence of defects in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both.
Such a deficiency results in increased concentrations of glucose in the blood, which in turn damage many of the body's systems, in particular the blood vessels and nerves.
1. Microvascular (due to damage to small blood vessels).
2. Macrovascular (due to damage to larger blood vessels).
AR inherited disorder of impaired copper excretion characterized by excessive deposition of copper in many tissues and organs, principally the liver, brain, and eye. • Discovered by Samuel Alexander kinnier Wilson. Liver fails to excrete sufficient Cu via the bile, and the ability to incorporate Cu into CP is diminished Due to loss of function mutations of the ATP7B gene on chromosome 13, which encodes a copper-transporting ATPase (ATP7B). Most common presentations are with liver disease or neuro- psychiatric disturbances. Kayser–Fleischer ring is the clinical hallmark of WD. caused by deposition of copper in Desçemet’s membrane of cornea. Penicillamine is the of choice.
Metabolic syndrome is one of the most common risk factor for Cardiovascular disease. Greek, unani, ayurvedic Herbal medicine shows great potential in helping fight the condition. in these presentation an attempt made to understand the pathophysiology in detail, and How Unani system of medicine address this whole syndrome along with the details of potent herbs which can be used for the Metabolic syndrome.
obesity diseases--is a medical condition in which excess body fat has accumulated to the extent that it may have a negative effect on health.
Its hazards
Treatment of Obesity
“... good health is more than just exercise and diet. It’s really a point of view
and a mental attitude you have about yourself.”
....Albert Schweitzer
This presentation will show the diagnosttic criteria of metabolic syndrome and life style modification to cope up with this common disease .
also shows some quiz for medical students
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Title: Sense of Taste
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 structure and function of taste buds.
Describe the relationship between the taste threshold and taste index of common substances.
Explain the chemical basis and signal transduction of taste perception for each type of primary taste sensation.
Recognize different abnormalities of taste perception and their causes.
Key Topics:
Significance of Taste Sensation:
Differentiation between pleasant and harmful food
Influence on behavior
Selection of food based on metabolic needs
Receptors of Taste:
Taste buds on the tongue
Influence of sense of smell, texture of food, and pain stimulation (e.g., by pepper)
Primary and Secondary Taste Sensations:
Primary taste sensations: Sweet, Sour, Salty, Bitter, Umami
Chemical basis and signal transduction mechanisms for each taste
Taste Threshold and Index:
Taste threshold values for Sweet (sucrose), Salty (NaCl), Sour (HCl), and Bitter (Quinine)
Taste index relationship: Inversely proportional to taste threshold
Taste Blindness:
Inability to taste certain substances, particularly thiourea compounds
Example: Phenylthiocarbamide
Structure and Function of Taste Buds:
Composition: Epithelial cells, Sustentacular/Supporting cells, Taste cells, Basal cells
Features: Taste pores, Taste hairs/microvilli, and Taste nerve fibers
Location of Taste Buds:
Found in papillae of the tongue (Fungiform, Circumvallate, Foliate)
Also present on the palate, tonsillar pillars, epiglottis, and proximal esophagus
Mechanism of Taste Stimulation:
Interaction of taste substances with receptors on microvilli
Signal transduction pathways for Umami, Sweet, Bitter, Sour, and Salty tastes
Taste Sensitivity and Adaptation:
Decrease in sensitivity with age
Rapid adaptation of taste sensation
Role of Saliva in Taste:
Dissolution of tastants to reach receptors
Washing away the stimulus
Taste Preferences and Aversions:
Mechanisms behind taste preference and aversion
Influence of receptors and neural pathways
Impact of Sensory Nerve Damage:
Degeneration of taste buds if the sensory nerve fiber is cut
Abnormalities of Taste Detection:
Conditions: Ageusia, Hypogeusia, Dysgeusia (parageusia)
Causes: Nerve damage, neurological disorders, infections, poor oral hygiene, adverse drug effects, deficiencies, aging, tobacco use, altered neurotransmitter levels
Neurotransmitters and Taste Threshold:
Effects of serotonin (5-HT) and norepinephrine (NE) on taste sensitivity
Supertasters:
25% of the population with heightened sensitivity to taste, especially bitterness
Increased number of fungiform papillae
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Pulmonary Thromboembolism - etilogy, types, medical- Surgical and nursing man...VarunMahajani
Disruption of blood supply to lung alveoli due to blockage of one or more pulmonary blood vessels is called as Pulmonary thromboembolism. In this presentation we will discuss its causes, types and its management in depth.
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Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems. It encompasses tasks such as learning, reasoning, problem-solving, perception, and language understanding. AI technologies are revolutionizing various fields, from healthcare to finance, by enabling machines to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence.
2. Metabolic Syndrome or Syndrome - X
1. Introduction
2. Definition
3. Epidemiology
4. Pathophysiology
5. Treatment
3. 1. Introduction
• The metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a major and escalating public-
health and clinical challenge worldwide in the wake of urbanization,
surplus energy intake, increasing obesity, and sedentary life habits.
• MetS confers a 5-fold increase in the risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus
(T2DM) and 2-fold the risk of developing cardiovascular disease (CVD)
over the next 5 to 10 years.
4. 2. Definition
• MetS is defined by a constellation of an interconnected physiological,
biochemical, clinical, and metabolic factors that directly increases the
risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), T2DM, and all
cause mortality.
• Unhealthy body measurements and abnormal laboratory test results
include atherogenic dyslipidemia, hypertension, Impaired glucose
intolerance, proinflammatory state, and a prothrombotic state.
5. According to International Diabetes Federation, the metabolic
syndrome (2006) is defined as:
A) Central Obesity (Waist circumference)
and
B) Any two of the following:
1. Raised triglycerides: > 150 mg/dL
2. Reduced HDL Cholesterol: < 40 mg/dL in males, < 50 mg/dL in females.
3. Raised Blood Pressure: Systolic BP > 130 or diastolic BP > 85 mm Hg
4. Raised fasting plasma glucose: FBG > 100 mg/dL
• If BMI is > 30 kg/m2, central obesity can be assumed and waist
circumference doesn’t need to be measured.
7. 3. Epidemiology
• Worldwide prevalence of MetS ranges from <10% to as much as 84%,
depending on the region, urban or rural environment, composition
(sex, age, race, and ethnicity) of the population studied, and the
definition of the syndrome used.
• In general, the IDF estimates that one-quarter of the world’s adult
population has the MetS.
8. • Higher socioeconomic status, sedentary lifestyle, and high body mass
index (BMI) were significantly associated with MetS.
• Differences in genetic background, diet, levels of physical activity,
smoking, family history of diabetes, and education all influence the
prevalence of the MetS and its components.
9. 4. Pathophysiology
• MetS is a state of chronic low grade inflammation as a consequence
of complex interplay between genetic and environmental factors.
• Insulin resistance, visceral adiposity, atherogenic dyslipidemia,
endothelial dysfunction, genetic susceptibility, elevated blood
pressure, hypercoagulable state and chronic stress are the several
factors which constitute the syndrome.
10. 4.1 Abdominal Obesity
• The “obesity epidemic” is principally driven by an
increased consumption of cheap, calorie dense food and
reduced physical activity.
• Adipose tissue respond rapidly and dynamically to
alterations in nutrient excess through adipocytes
hypertrophy and hyperplasia.
• With obesity and progressive adipocytes enlargement,
the blood supply to adipocytes may be reduced with
consequent hypoxia.
11. • Hypoxia has been proposed to be an inciting etiology of necrosis and
macrophage infiltration into adipose tissue that leads to an
overproduction of biologically active metabolites known as
adipocytokines.
• Adipocytokines includes free fatty acids (FFA), pro-inflammatory
mediators (TNF𝛼, IL-6, PAI-1, CRP).
• These adipocytokines results in a localized inflammation in adipose
tissue that propagates an overall systemic inflammation associated
with the development of obesity related comorbidities.
13. 4.1.1. FFA
• Splanchic FFA levels may contribute to the liver fat accumulation
commonly found in abdominal obesity.
• Acute exposure of skeletal muscle to the elevated level of FFA induces
insulin resistance by inhibiting the insulin-mediated glucose uptake.
• Chronic exposure of the pancreas to elevated FFA impairs a pancreatic
β-cell function.
• FFAs increase fibrinogen and PAI-1 production.
14. 4.1.2 TNFα
• TNF-α acts as a paracrine mediator in adipocytes and appears to act
locally to reduce the insulin sensitivity.
• TNF-α induces adipocytes apoptosis and promotes insulin resistance
by the inhibition of the insulin receptor substrate 1 (IRS-1) signalling
pathway.
• TNF-α is positively associated with the body weight, waist
circumference and triglycerides (TGs), while negatively associated
with High density lipoprotein-cholesterol (HDL-C).
15. 4.1.3 CRP
• High-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) has been developed and
used as a marker to predict CVD in metabolic syndrome and it was
recently used as a predictor for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
• CRP level is more likely to be elevated in obese insulin-resistant, but
not in obese insulin-sensitive subjects.
16. 4.1.4 IL-6
• IL-6 is released by both adipose tissue and skeletal muscle in humans. It has
both an inflammatory and an anti-inflammatory action.
• IL-6 is also expressed in some parts of the brain such as hypothalamus, in
which it controls appetite and energy intake.
• IL-6 is a systemic adipokine, which not only impairs insulin sensitivity but is
also a major determinant of the hepatic production of CRP.
• IL-6 is positively associated with BMI, fasting insulin and the development
of T2DM and negatively associated with HDL-C.
17. 4.1.5 PAI-1
• A serine protease inhibitor secreted from intra-abdominal adipocytes,
platelets and the vascular endothelium.
• It exerts its effect by inhibiting the tissue plasminogen activator (tPA)
and thus is considered as marker of fibrinolysis and atherothrombosis.
• It increases the risk of an intravascular thrombus and adverse
cardiovascular outcomes.
18. 4.1.6 Adiponectin
• It inhibits hepatic gluconeogenic enzymes and the rate of an
endogenous glucose production in the liver.
• Adiponectin is inversely associated with CVD risk factors such as
blood pressure, LDL-C, TGs.
• Adiponectin expressions and secretions are reduced by TNF-α.
19. 4.1.7 Leptin
• Leptin is an adipokinin involved in the regulation of satiety and energy
intake.
• Levels of leptin in the plasma increases during the development of
obesity and decreases during weight loss.
• Leptin receptors are located mostly in the hypothalamus and the
brainstem and signals through these receptors controls satiety,
energy expenditure and neuroendocrine function.
• Besides, its effect on appetite and metabolism, leptin also acts in the
hypothalamus to increase the blood pressure through activation of
sympathetic nervous system.
20. 4.2 Insulin Resistance
• Insulin resistance is the main
pathology behind syndrome X.
• Insulin resistance individuals
demonstrate an impaired
glucose or tolerance by an
abnormal glucose challenge, an
elevated fasting glucose levels
and/or overt hyperglycemia.
21. How Insulin Acts (in normal condition)
Uptake of Glucose through GLUT-4 in adipose tissues and muscles (skeletal and
cardiac)
Insulin binding to tyrosine Kinase receptors
Release of insulin from β-cells of pancreas
Elevated blood glucose level
22. In Insulin Resistance states, insulin levels remain high and this promotes
hepatic lipogenesis.
β-cells reduce insulin output only if the blood glucose level falls, allowing
blood glucose to settle at a constant of approximately 5 mmol/L.
Insulin cannot bind to its receptors and thereby increases blood glucose
levels
If the cell phospholipid membrane is not “fluid” enough (i.e. it doesn’t
contain enough PUFA), insulin receptors are disrupted
How Insulin Acts (in abnormal condition)
23. Increase in serum lipid levels leads to atherosclerosis and
cardiovascular disease.
Glucagon also regulates FFA production through lipolysis
(Breakdown of stored lipids in the adipocytes)
Glucagon further increases blood sugar by converting liver
glycogen into glucose.
Without insulin, the muscle cells are unable to use glucose and
therefore release of glucagon from pancreas
24. Insulin Resistant States
• In an insulin-resistant person, normal levels of insulin do not have the
same effect in controlling blood glucose levels.
• During the compensated phase, insulin levels are higher and blood
glucose levels are still maintained.
• If the compensatory insulin secretion fails, then either fasting
(Impaired fasting glucose) or postprandial (Impaired glucose
tolerance) glucose concentration increases.
25. • Eventually, type 2 diabetes occur when glucose levels become higher
throughout the day as the resistance increases and compensatory
insulin secretion fails.
• The elevated insulin levels have additional effects that cause further
abnormal biological effects throughout the body.
26. Factors Influencing Insulin Resistance
Diet
• It is well known that insulin resistance commonly coexist with obesity.
• Saturated fat appears to be the most effective at producing insulin
resistance.
• High fat diet has the tendency to result in calorie intake that is far in
excess from our energy needs, resulting in rapid weight gain.
• IR is positively correlate with fat intake and negatively correlated with
dietary fibre intake.
27. PUFA
• In the long term, diet has the potential to change the ratio of
polyunsaturated to saturated phospholipids in cell membrane,
correspondingly changing cell membrane fluidity.
• It is hypothesized that increasing cell membrane fluidity by increasing
PUFA concentration might result in an enhanced number of insulin
receptors and reduced insulin resistance.
28. Advanced Glycated End Products
• AGE: Elevated blood glucose
levels leads to increased
glycation of proteins with
changes in protein function
throughout the body.
• These are called Advanced
Glycated End products and
contribute to the end organ
damages of T2DM.
29. 4.3 Dyslipidemia
• Insulin normally suppresses lipolysis in adipocytes, so an impaired insulin
signalling increases lipolysis resulting in increased FFA levels. In the liver,
FFAs serve as a substrate for the synthesis of TGs.
• Insulin normally degrades apoB through PI3K-dpendent pathway, so an
insulin resistance directly increases VLDL production.
• Insulin regulates the activity of lipoprotein lipase, the rate limiting and
major mediator of VLDL clearance. VLDL is metabolized to remnant
lipoproteins and small dense LDL, both of which can promote atheroma
formation.
30. • The TGs in VLDL are transferred to HDL by cholesterol ester transfer
protein (CETP) in exchange for cholesteryl esters, resulting in TG-
enriched HDL and cholesteryl enriched VLDL particles.
• TG-enriched HDL is a better substrate for hepatic lipase so it is rapidly
cleared from the circulation, leaving a few HDL particles to participate
in a reverse cholesterol transport from the vasculature.
• It is believed that dyslipidemia associated with insulin resistance is a
direct consequence of increased VLDL secretion by the liver.
32. 4.4 Hypertension
• Essential hypertension is frequently associated with obesity, glucose
intolerance and dyslipidemia.
• Both hyperglycemia and hyperinsulinemia activate the Renin Angiotensin
System (RAS) by increasing the expression of angiotensinogen, Angiotensin
II (AT II) and the AT 1 receptor, which in concert may contribute to the
development of hypertension in patients with insulin resistance.
• Insulin resistance and hyperinsulinemia leads to Sympathetic Nervous
System accumulation. As a result, the kidney increase sodium reabsorption,
the heart increases cardiac output and arteries respond with
vasoconstriction resulting in hypertension.
33. 4.5 Genetic Factors
• Some people who are not obese by traditional measures nevertheless
are insulin-resistant and have abnormal levels of metabolic risk
factors.
• These includes:
─ Individuals with T2D parents
─ Being black, Hispanic (Related to spain), American Indian or Asian
• South Asian in Urban and migrant environments may be at a higher
risk of CHD due to the confluence of
1. Genetic factors that predispose to higher cholesterol levels and a possible
“thrifty gene” effect.
2. Environmental influences that lead to weight gain.
34. 4.6 Chronic Stress and Glucocorticoid (GC) Action
• Chronic hypersecretion of stress mediators such as cortisol, may lead to the
visceral fat accumulation, low growth hormone secretion and
hypogonadism.
• GCs increase the activities of enzymes involved in fatty acid synthesis and
promote the secretion of lipoproteins; induce the hepatic gluconeogenic
pathway; promote the differentiation of preadipocytes to adipocytes,
which could lead to an increased body fat mass.
• GCs inhibit an insulin-stimulated uptake of amino acids by adipocytes and
increase lipolysis which leads to peripheral insulin resistance.
35. 4.7 Sedentary lifestyle
• Sedentary lifestyle increases the likelihood of development of insulin
resistance.
Similar guidelines are given by WHO, European Group for the study of Insulin Resistance, NCEP ATP III, American Heart Association
Now, we describe these factors.
Pal – Plasminogen Activator Inhibitor
Leptin-induced increase in renal sympathetic activity and blood pressure is mediated by the ventromedial and dorsomedial hypothalamus.
GLUT-4 is sequestered in intracellular vesicles in muscle and fat cells.
ChREBP (carbohydrate responsive element binding protein) has recently emerged as a major mediator of glucose action in the control of both glycolysis and lipogenesis in the liver. ChREBP upregulates the activity of AMPK which upregulates the activity of Acetyl-CoA Carboxylase which promotes lipogenesis in the liver.
Among the AGE receptors the most studied is RAGE. RAGE receptors are physiologically mainly expressed on vascular, endothelial and smooth muscle cells and on monocyte/macrophage membranes.