Frequency of hepatitis B, hepatitis C and human immunodeficiency viruses in internally displaced persons of south Waziristan, Pakistan

Objectives: To investigate the burden of hepatitis B, hepatitis C and human immunodeficiency virus and to explore route of transmission in internally displaced persons of South Waziristan

Methodology: A cross sectional study was carried out in Gomal Medical Collage, Dera Ismail Khan; Mufti Mehmood Teaching Hospital Bannu and Basic Health Unit Zaferabad, Dera Ismail Khan. Total 300 internally displaced persons [IDPs] of South Waziristan who were undiagnosed and presented with non-specific symptoms were included in the study. The data was analyzed in SPSS version 16. Confidentiality of subjects was ensured

Results: In this study 300 IDPs were screened for HBsAg, anti-HCV and anti HIV antibodies. Out of which male were 190 and female were 110. More males were suffering from hepatitis B [10.3%] than hepatitis C [6.7%] or HIV [0.7%] as compared to females [3.3%], [5%] and [0.3%] respectively. A total of 5[1.7%] cases had history of previous surgery and 17[5.7%] had history of tooth extraction

Conclusion: The frequency of HBV was higher as compared to HCV and HIV infections. The frequency of all the three infections was comparatively more in males as compared to females. Most likely Most likely risk factors for acquistion of infection were unhygienic tooth extractions, unsafe blood transfusions and iatrogenic

If it's itchy, its scabies not always

Scabies is commonly characterized by the presence of itchy rash but this typical symptom does not necessarily always mean scabies. A female infant presented to the paediatrics department of Kuwait teaching hospital with a characteristic pruritic rash on soles suggestive of scabies. However, failure of the anti-scabies treatment, absence of positive personal and hygienic history and progression towards the deterioration of existing situation lead to the establishment of a history and clinical based diagnosis of Infantile Acropustulosis. The treatment was started accordingly and soon after starting treatment, the patient showed the signs of recovery. No doubt that scabies is comparatively more common as compared to infantile acropustulosis but yet scabies must not be considered as an absolute diagnosis for a patient presenting with an itchy rash particularly on soles

Evaluation of satisfaction of students of doctor of physical therapy regarding their field of education

To assess the satisfaction level of students of Doctor of Physical Therapy [DPT] regarding their field of education. To identify the causes responsible for dissatisfaction of students with their field of study. Physical Therapy is an emerging and growing field in Pakistan and currently is passing through its stage of infancy. Five year program of Doctor of Physical Therapy [DPT] has been now introduced resulting in increased influx of students. Yet unawareness among the students as well as society still prevailed that resulted in confusing the minds of young undergraduate students of Physical Therapy. A cross-sectional study was conducted in the Institute of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Peshawar. Total 100 students of Doctor of Physical Therapy. Were interviewed through structurally designed questionnaires. Ethical consideration was taken into account. The response rate was 78%. 55.1% students were found satisfied with the field, 7.6% were dissatisfied while 37.1% were unable to analyze whether satisfied or dissatisfied majority being basic sciences students. Students highlighted certain factors as responsible for their dissatisfaction.Majority of the students satisfied from their field of education belonged to clinical sciences which indicate their well-aware attitude about the significance of this field. Moreover, the students held disrespectful attitude of society, Limited facilities and job opportunities and Incapable Physical Therapists imparting bad name to this profession responsible for their dissatisfaction.