Health Sciences

Pediculosis capitis, a common scalp condition caused by infestation with Pediculus humanus capitis (head lice), frequently affects preschool and elementary-aged children, with females being more prone than males. A 45-year-old female presented with severe lice and nits infestation due to lack of hair her hair became matted, causing intense itching and an offensive smell, ultimately leading to the need for head shaving. Homeopathy offers effective treatment for pediculosis capitis, using gentle remedies to achieve a lice-free scalp without harsh chemicals.

Alopecia totalis (AT) is a chronic condition characterized by complete scalp hair loss, affecting a small percentage of those with alopecia areata (AA), an autoimmune disorder causing non-scarring hair loss. AT is a more extensive form of AA, and when it extends to include total body hair loss, it is termed alopecia universalis. Conventional steroid treatments for alopecia carry significant side effects, while homeopathy offers a safer, more personalized approach that addresses the root cause. This paper discusses the progress and success in treatment of my patient, Mrs.

Erythema Multiforme is a rare, immune-mediated skin disorder that presents with painful, itchy eruptions, often triggered by infections or medications. A 19-year-old male with severe eruptions on his face, shoulders, and back found no relief from conventional treatments. However, homeopathic intervention led to significant improvement within three months, showcasing the potential of homeopathy to provide individualized, effective care. This paper explores the homeopathic approach in treating Erythema Multiforme.

Guttate psoriasis is a form of psoriasis whose appearance is small, drop-shaped, red lesions covered with silvery scales. This condition commonly affects the trunk, limbs, and scalp, and is more frequently seen in younger individuals, including children and young adults. This case study explores the homeopathic treatment of a 63-year-old male patient with guttate psoriasis, highlighting the gradual improvement in both the skin lesions and overall well-being over several months.

Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune disease characterized by sudden hair loss in round patches, this case study discusses the successful homeopathic treatment of a patient suffering from alopecia areata for two years. The paper outlines the patient's gradual improvement observed over several months. It highlights the effectiveness of homeopathy in managing this condition, emphasizing the importance of constitutional treatment tailored to the individual’s mental and physical symptoms.

The assessment phase is the first phase (out of five) of the nursing process which provides all the information needed to initially plan for patient care. It is often performed by nurses when patients are admitted to a health facility, within a maximum of 8hours for stable patients and 24hours for unstable patients at the point of admission. Sometimes, the activities of this phase are well performed. In other times, the performance might not be satisfactory. Opinion seems to suggest that a knowledge gap is responsible for these inconsistencies.

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune condition characterized by inflammation and damage to various body systems, including the skin, joints, kidneys, heart, and lungs. Homeopathy provides relief by stimulating body's natural healing processes. This paper presents the case of a professional singer from Texas who, despite conventional treatments continued to suffer from severe illness but after she opted for homeopathy, her improvement was significant as well as discontinuation of steroid use within two months was achieved.

A brief overview of the orthopaedic surgery division of the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits). A review of the literature from 1962 to 2023: this is one of the departments that has contributed greatly to the country, the orthopaedic community, and the world. For the past sixty-one years, the Wits Orthopaedic Surgery department has been led by seven chairs of the department. Under their guidance, the university has produced over hundreds of orthopaedic graduates, including undergraduate and postgraduate students and leaders.

Lichen Planus Pigmentosus (LPP) is a skin condition which is chronic in nature commonly known as hype pigmentation. LPP causes dark patches on sun-exposed areas. This paper explores a case study where efficacy of homeopathy is witnessed in a depressed and hopeless female, almost confined to her home because of her facial condition. After starting homeopathic treatment, she saw incredible results, regained her confidence, and began socializing again. This study highlights how homeopathy can effectively manage LPP and improve patients' lives.

Methylene blue (MB) is a synthetic dye widely used in textile industries. This work describes the application of solar radiation to direct photolysis degradation of methylene blue in aqueous solution. Experiments were conducted at room temperature to study the effects of exposure time, solution volume and MB concentration on dye degradation rates. The results show that the maximum amount of methylene blue removed is 6.8 mg/L, obtained at an initial concentration of 10 mg/L, volume of 50 mL and exposure to solar radiation for 5 hours.