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Many faces of tuberculosis
Publication date: Available online 9 February 2017 Source:International Journal of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine Author(s): Anirban Mandal, Amitabh Singh Tuberculosis (TB) presenting as multifocal cystic lesions of bone (Jungling's disease) with an intra-orbital mass and calvarial involvement is rare, especially in an immunocompetent host. A 3-year-old boy presented with acute-onset, painless, intra-orbital swelling of the right eye and bony lesions over the right tibia and frontal bone. Tubercular etiology could be established with the help of the GeneXpert MTB/RIF test, which was performed on pus aspirated from ...
Source: International Journal of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine - February 9, 2017 Category: Pediatrics Source Type: research

The relationship of bullying and physical violence to mental health and academic performance: A cross-sectional study among adolescents in Saudi Arabia
This study aims to fill this gap by identifying the association between these health risk behaviors and mental health and academic performance. Methods A cross-sectional national survey was conducted in Saudi Arabia between 2011 and 2012. Adolescents attending intermediate and secondary schools were invited to participate through a multi-stage, stratified, cluster random sampling technique. A self-administered questionnaire was used to collect data. Data were analyzed using chi-square tests to identify associations, and odds ratios were calculated. Results A total of 9073 students participated. Twenty-six percent of adol...
Source: International Journal of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine - February 9, 2017 Category: Pediatrics Source Type: research

The self medication use among adolescents aged between 13 –18 years old; Prevalence and behavior, Riyadh – Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, from 2014–2015
Conclusion Self-medication is highly prevalent in Riyadh, particularly among adolescents. Easy access to pharmacies was found to be the leading cause for self-medication. The use of these drugs was associated with inappropriate drug use and the deterioration of health status. Self-medication should be closely monitored and awareness should be increased with educational programs among students. (Source: International Journal of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine - February 7, 2017 Category: Pediatrics Source Type: research

Regional differences in the prevalence of  underweight, overweight and obesity among 13-year-old adolescents in Greece
Conclusion Greek 13-year-old adolescents who are subjected to geographical changes exhibit high obesity and abdominal obesity rates. This study provides evidence to design regionally tailored interventions that aim to tackle and prevent the disease among the nine regional districts in Greece. (Source: International Journal of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine - January 16, 2017 Category: Pediatrics Source Type: research

Epidemiological and clinical aspects of neonatal tetanus from a tertiary care hospital
Conclusion It is essential to begin campaigns or integrate complete maternal tetanus toxoid immunization at primary health centers (PHC) during antenatal care. Immunization needs to be arranged so pregnant women can be educated regarding the importance of ANC and the risks of unhygienic home delivery, and immunization should be addressed with adequate information. Pregnant women and those of childbearing age in mountainous areas should be the first targets for these activities. (Source: International Journal of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine - January 10, 2017 Category: Pediatrics Source Type: research