Eke Chidinma Nwanneamaka,Nwogueze Bartholomew Chukwuebuka,Ossai Nduka Richard,Nwobodo Ed
Issue:
Volume 2, Issue 1, June 2019
Pages:
1-6
Received:
29 September 2018
Accepted:
15 February 2019
Published:
11 June 2019
DOI:
10.11648/j.ijcd.20190201.11
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Abstract: Reduced lung volumes have been a complication associated with chronic diabetes mellitus but these findings have been made in other parts of the world with few kinds of literature in relation to this subject matter, in Nigeria. A focus on diabetic Nigerian females for the first time will add in filling the information gap on how pulmonary functions are affected in diabetics from this part of the world in comparison to their counterparts from other parts of the world.166 female subjects (83 subjects as control subjects and 83 subjects as study subjects), aged between 30-68 years participated in this study. Lung function test was carried out on the subjects and on analyzing the data obtained, it was seen that there is a decline in pulmonary function in diabetics. This study concludes that diabetic subjects show a decrease in pulmonary function parameters (Peak Expiratory Flow Rate- PEFR, Forced Vital Capacity- FVC, Forced Expiratory Volume in one second- FEV₁ and FVC/FEV₁% ratio). Also, interplay of anthropometric data and not their individual actions result in negative effect on pulmonary function. Proper pulmonary function test and other investigations may reduce the risk of mortality among diabeticsAbstract: Reduced lung volumes have been a complication associated with chronic diabetes mellitus but these findings have been made in other parts of the world with few kinds of literature in relation to this subject matter, in Nigeria. A focus on diabetic Nigerian females for the first time will add in filling the information gap on how pulmonary functions ...Show More
Abstract: Background: Palmoplantar pustulosis (PPP) is a unique, chronic inflammatory skin disease characterized by pustules and erythematous lesions on specific sites, such as the palms and soles; however, the etiology and treatment of the condition are not clearly established. Recently, oral bacteria have been proposed as the possible causative factor of PPP. Ozone nano-bubble (ONB) water, treated with nano-sized ozone gas particles, shows strong sterilizing activity and has been attracting attention as a new treatment method not only for periodontal disease but also for PPP. Case history: This report presents the cases of two female patients with PPP who underwent treatment using a mixture of topical vitamin D and steroid ointments for over 6 months. However, the skin lesions did not show much improvement. Owing to the antimicrobial activity of ozone, they voluntarily agreed to rinsing their oral cavities with ozone water, particularly the periodontal areas, for a couple of minutes with 10–20 ml of ONB water, each night, in conjunction with the previous topical treatment.Results: Their skin lesions resolved completely within several months of addition of ONB water oral rinse to the routine topical treatment. Conclusion: The results support the usefulness of ONB water as an effective therapeutic means for the resolution of skin lesions in patients with PPP.Abstract: Background: Palmoplantar pustulosis (PPP) is a unique, chronic inflammatory skin disease characterized by pustules and erythematous lesions on specific sites, such as the palms and soles; however, the etiology and treatment of the condition are not clearly established. Recently, oral bacteria have been proposed as the possible causative factor of P...Show More
