Depression and Anxiety among Diabetic Patients and Associated Factors

Israa M. Salih; Harith Kh. Al-Qazaz

Volume 19, Issue 2 , December 2022, Page 1-17

https://doi.org/10.33899/iphr.2022.176644

Abstract
  Introduction: Anxiety and depression considered as the risk factors for diabetes, as well as they are two of its complications. This study was conducted to explain the prevalence of depression and anxiety among T2DM and its associated factors. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at the Al-Wafaa ...  Read More ...

The Role of Intralesional Vitamin D3 injection in Treatment of Cutaneous Warts

Fenk F. Ali; Sangar Jalal

Volume 19, Issue 2 , December 2022, Page 18-32

https://doi.org/10.33899/iphr.2022.176646

Abstract
  Background: Cutaneous warts are treated primarily with destructive methods such as cryotherapy or electro-cautery. These modalities of treatment are time‑consuming and may be associated with scarring in multiple warts. Immunotherapy is emerging as a new modality of treatment that acts on enhancing ...  Read More ...

In vitro Assessment of the Antimicrobial Potential of Some Commercial Herbal Products

Zahraa A. Hashim

Volume 19, Issue 2 , December 2022, Page 33-45

https://doi.org/10.33899/iphr.2022.176647

Abstract
  Natural plant products have been widely used as an alternative approach to treat microbial infections to overcome issues of antibiotics-associated side effects and the emergence of resistant pathogens. One of the most popular infections causing significant morbidity and death toll is urinary tract infection. ...  Read More ...

Association Between Mean Platelet Volume And Disease Activity In Patients With Psoriatic Arthritis

Talar A. Mustafa; Masar I. Esho

Volume 19, Issue 2 , December 2022, Page 46-54

https://doi.org/10.33899/iphr.2022.176649

Abstract
  Background: Mean platelet volume is an important marker that shows the activation and function of the platelet which is effective in the inflammatory process. Aim of the study: To show the relationship between mean platelet volume and disease activity score in psoriatic arthritis patients (PsA). Methods: ...  Read More ...

Detection of Rubella Antibodies in Women with Repeated Miscarriage During Different Seasons in Mosul City

Karam A. Aldabbagh

Volume 19, Issue 2 , December 2022, Page 55-62

https://doi.org/10.33899/iphr.2022.176651

Abstract
  Background: Rubella or German measles is a viral disease transmitted via aerosol droplets affecting mainly children, Mostly, rubella is a simple and self-limiting disease with no chronic consequences, except in infected pregnant women which may result in devastating outcomes depending on the trimester ...  Read More ...

Side Effects of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine among medical staff

Wail M. Sadeq; Eanas I. Khalid; Waleed H. Khudhur

Volume 19, Issue 2 , December 2022, Page 63-73

https://doi.org/10.33899/iphr.2022.176652

Abstract
  Background: A key public health intervention strategy to stop the spread of infectious diseases, such as the present COVID-19 pandemic, is vaccination.  Nearly 190 COVID-19 vaccines are now being developed at various phases of pre-clinical and clinical testing, with a few vaccines recently receiving ...  Read More ...

Preserving the Normal Healthy Testis: Role of Beta-carotene

Abdulla A. Ahmad

Volume 19, Issue 2 , December 2022, Page 74-83

https://doi.org/10.33899/iphr.2022.176653

Abstract
  Background: Many drugs can have significant deleterious side effects on the different organs of the body which can change normal physiology to different pathologies. Recent research have been focusing on valuable methods to preserve the normal healthy testis from the medications’ adverse effects. ...  Read More ...

The Antimycotic Activity of Rosuvastatin

Zahraa S. Qasim

Volume 19, Issue 2 , December 2022, Page 84-92

https://doi.org/10.33899/iphr.2022.176654

Abstract
  Background: The steady increase in microbial resistance is a global health problem as a result of uncontrolled use of antimicrobial drugs, In order to overcome the challenge, there is a continuous need to search for new antimicrobials by either investigate novel compounds or repurposing drugs i.e. identifying ...  Read More ...

The Protective Effect of Milk Thistle Against Drug-Induced Renal Illnesses: A Review

Noor A. Abed; Musab M. Khalaf; Mohammed Kh. Alnori

Volume 19, Issue 2 , December 2022, Page 93-107

https://doi.org/10.33899/iphr.2022.176655

Abstract
  Introduction:  Nephrotoxicity is one of the most frequent kidney problems and happens when the body becomes exposed to medicine or toxin. Because renal tubular cells have metabolic activities, nephrotoxin can produce toxic components and cause damage. Paracetamol drug is safe when taken in therapeutic ...  Read More ...

Defining Pathological Iron Status in Children with Thalassemia

Bashar Sh. Mustafa

Volume 19, Issue 2 , December 2022, Page 108-116

https://doi.org/10.33899/iphr.2022.176656

Abstract
  The purpose of this review is to summarize the recent knowledge that has been gathered, allowing a better understanding of iron status in children with thalassemia. Children with thalassemia major typically have severe anemia during the first two stages of life and receive regular red blood cell (RBC) ...  Read More ...