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Recent data Ministry of Health (MOH) show cases of hepatitis C in Indonesia found most frequently among injection drug users.
Evaluation Based on the results of Hepatitis C Data Collection Phase I is done MOH revealed that nearly 40 percent of patients with hepatitis C who recorded admitted using drug needles. Whereas cases caused by unsafe sexual behavior, tattoos, blood transfusions, transmission from a positive family and other relatively smaller percentage.
Director General of Disease Control and Environmental Health (DG & PL) Ministry of Health, DR. Dr. Tjandra Yoga Aditama, stated that due to high cases of syringe use has become an important record that should be followed up.
Of a total of 5870 cases of hepatitis in Indonesia based on the results of the first phase of data collection conducted in October 2007 to 9 September 2008, 40 percent of which came from IDUs.
"From the cases reported based on the recognition of patients, 40 percent of cases of hepatitis C from needle users. This is a big problem for the transmission of disease, not just HIV-AIDS but also hepatitis" Tjanda said on the sidelines of launch of Illness Data Collection Program Phase II Hepatitis C in Jakarta, Thursday (11/10).
In the first phase, the data collection program for hepatitis C has been implemented in 11 provinces with the reporting unit 49 consists of 13 hospitals, 24 laboratories and 12 units of blood transfusion. Banten province is, North Sumatra, South Sumatra, West Java, Central Java, East Java, Sulses, North Sulawesi, Bali, West Kalimantan and Papua. At this stage, the level of participation units involved to reach 96 percent exceeded the specified targets.
Data collection program that hepatitis C is a collaboration between the Directorate General of Disease Control and Environmental Health (DG P2PL) and PT Roche Indonesia. Phase II program will take place from October 1 until March 31 in 10 provinces with 135 units scattered reporter.
PROGRESS in the field of brain surgery had been so rapid and great benefits for the healing of mental illness. Brain neurosurgical technology now not only able to overcome the diseases due to imbalance in the brain fluid such as schizophrenia or depression, but even able to heal patient with drug addiction.
Yes, new hope for treatment of patients addicted to drugs now emerging thanks to the development of neurosurgical technique called kapsulotomi. This surgical technique was introduced in Indonesia by Professor Bomin Sun MD Associate Professor of Neurosurgery and Director of Surgical Neurology Jiatong Shanghai Rui Jin Hospital University of China.
Prof. Sun Bomin with neurosurgeon Dr. Alfred Sutrisno, SpBS, kapsulotomi surgery for the first time in a patient from Indonesia at the Omni International Hospital, Serpong, Tangerang, Friday (22 / 8).
The team consisting of doctors, psychiatrists and expert neurophysiology, operated on a young patient who suffered schizophrenia psychiatric disorder that is characterized by hallucinations, agitation and paranoid. Operations carried out in a conscious patient (awake surgery) was a success for approximately 2.5 hours.
"In our opinion, surgery techniques and instruments used are the first carried out (in Indonesia). The operation is also called a functional surgery, where surgery can not only be used theraping-patients in patients with schizophrenia, but also can overcome depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, distonia, anorexia, and even drug addiction problem, "said Dr Alfred in a press conference post-surgery.
Alfred explained, capsulotomi in a simple operation can be described as an action to shut down one of the area sirkut white (white matter) of the brain called the internal capsula. By disabling one of these circuits, this internal capsula will no longer deliver the negative impulses so that the balance of neurotransmitters (brain chemicals) are expected to re-create the patient.
Before surgery, patients first undergo a three-dimensional MRI scan on the head. This is very important to determine accurately the point or location on the internal capsula which will become the target of action. Computerization and aided navigation tool called a highly sophisticated stereotactic frame, then the doctor will get the direction, depth and proper angle during live action.
To turn off the target circuit, the team of doctors using ablative technique using a special tool that will burn by using radio frequency and a certain voltage. "The area was burned to conduct disorder no longer deliver negative impulses in the area," he said
In this surgical procedure the patient's skull must be drilled and drilled. But once the patient must remain conscious of the conditions given the threat and risk caused paralysis. "This technique is very close to the center of the motor or movement in the brain, so long as operations continue to be monitored and patients were asked whether to move the body like the feet or hands," he added.
Questioning the patient's postoperative recovery rate, Professor Sun Bomin ensure that this operation has a success rate that reaches up to 80-90 percent. While failure rate of less than three percent, and the possibility of patients experienced postoperative recurrence of less than five percent.
In place of practice in Shanghai, China, Professor Sun said Bomin there are about 600 actions kapsulotomi operations performed each year with an age range between 6 patients between 67 years old. Special case of drugs, within the last four years, Prof. Bomin Sun claims to have handled 10 cases, and all patients are now able to live a normal life after the operation.
While Dr Andri, SpKJ, a psychiatrist from Omni International Hospital said the patient must meet certain requirements and diagnostics to this surgery. For schizophrenia, for example, patients who become targets of this operation are those who have severe symptoms of aggressive behavior and violence against the environment. This operation can not be done for Alzheimer's patients.
"Those who develop schizophrenia experience a balance disorder in his brain. Usually the patient is given drugs to overcome, but there are some cases that are difficult or does not work with drugs. With this operation, we seek to balance it back. This operation technique is different from the operation first lobotomies known to cope with schizophrenia. If the first, the operation is only to suppress aggressiveness, but the patient then became silent. But this surgery can restore function to 80-90 percent, "he explained.
To cure a drug addict is not easy. The researchers are now doing a study on vaccination to prevent cocaine addicts have a high species and help them fight the addiction.
The first trial by researcher from the National Institute on Drug Abuse is indeed not give results as expected, but the researchers say this small successful enough to give hope of using vaccines to cope with drug addiction problems in the future.
"This is an important study. It is clear, it is possible a vaccine that works disrupt the action of cocaine on the brain," said Dr.Nora Volkow of the National Institute on Drugs Absue.
The vaccine used in these studies is that NicVAX vaccine originally intended to help addicts stop smoking. Cocaine and nicotine vaccines have the same action. They stimulate the immune system produces antibodies that attack molecules and clutch drugs from reaching the brain.
In this latest study, reported that cocaine-fighting antibodies effective enough to prevent the addict feel the sensation of "high" and nearly 40 percent stopped using cocaine, although temporary.
"With the increasing number of drug addicts, the results of this study was better than not doing anything," said lead researcher Dr.Thomas Kosten of Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, USA.
According to him, by taking a medical approach, rather than a moral issue, efforts to find solutions to the problem this addiction will bring greater impact.
The study involved 115 cocaine addicts who also addicted to heroin. The respondents are getting treatment at a methadone clinic. After an injection of cocaine vaccine or placebo vaccine over 12 weeks, the researchers then observed the respondents for 12 weeks. In addition, the respondents also follow the weekly therapy sessions. They routinely undergo urine tests.
In general, 21 patients who received the vaccine, or about 38 percent, had antibodies to the level of cocaine that is strong enough to prevent high sensation. Of this group, 53 percent stopped using cocaine compared with 23 percent who have a lower antibody levels.
Essential vitamins and minerals we need to maintain long-term health because these micronutrients protect the body against chronic diseases and avoid the risk of a disease worse.
However, this needs to each individual differently depending on medical history. For example, you need folic acid, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12 if you have a family history of heart disease. Here's a list of supplements needs for each condition.
If you're a woman
Entering the age of 20, people will naturally lose bone density. This process will increase rapidly at menopause. If this reduction in bone mass is not prevented, would porous bones. To slow the loss of bone density, older women need to consume extra calcium from the daily menu. Total daily calcium that must be fulfilled, either from food or supplements, is 1,200 mg.
If you are a man over the age of 50 years
One common condition experienced by middle-aged men is benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), enlarged prostate. This will disrupt the process of a small drainage. Consider herbal supplements saw palmetto 160 mg every other day to maintain prostate health.
If you are a vegetarian
Pure vegetarian, which is to avoid all foods from animal products, including milk and eggs, continue to meet the nutritional balance when consuming a variety of fruits, vegetables, and grains. But there are some nutrients that can not be obtained from food, namely vitamin B12 in eggs, meat, fish, poultry meat and milk derived products. To avoid anemia, meet the body's need for vitamin B12 from the special supplement.
If you are diligent in exercising
Regular exercise, especially if done intensely and for a long time, can make the muscle fibers become loose. This can reduce the flexibility and worsened with age.
To improve the muscle, creatine monohydrate consider adding one teaspoon (5 grams) every day. Another good supplement to improve muscle strength and energy are amino acids such as carnitine and coenzime Q10.
When you are losing weight
Ordering diet or a diet to lose weight can lead to hunger and cause blood sugar fluctuates. You can consume 200 mcg of chromium each day that will help the body use fats and preventing blood sugar ups and downs.
If you smoke
Do not expect nutritional supplements can reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer and lung disease. But you can fight the effects of cigarettes with added antioxidants.
When you consume alcohol
Drinking alcohol in small amounts, no more than two times a day is beneficial to reduce the risk of heart disease. However, heavy alcohol drinkers just cause vital nutrients the body needs wasted. Excessive alcohol is also associated with increased risk of liver disease and other health disorders. Protect your liver by taking supplements of vitamins C and B, and thiamin.
Source: The Healing Power of Vitamins, Minerals, and Herbs
Airlangga University, Surabaya, managed to develop stem cell utilization methods in the treatment of AIDS and diabetes mellitus. The research team invited the doctors to test them to the patient.
Lead researcher stem cells University of Airlangga (Airlangga University) Fedik Abdul Rantam said stem cell research utilization began in 2007. Unair to start with the development of bone and tendon reconstruction. "Then we developed for the reconstruction of cardiovascular and immune systems. The results of in vitro (preclinical testing in the lab) fine. Now we also are preclinical testing (testing to animals) and so far is quite positive, "said Fedik, Friday (6 / 11) in Surabaya, East Java.
The research is believed to be to treat, among others, AIDS and diabetes is known no cure. Their research allows the body to form healthy new cells. With stem cells, the body can create new immune cells in people with AIDS. As for the people with diabetes, stem cells can form more pancreatic beta cells of normal.
Professor of Virology Unair said, the key lies in the methods that allow adult stem cells back into stem cells young. Young stem cells can develop into anything, depending on what will be used for.
The method is important because the team only took stem cells from adults. Stem cells was not likely to thrive again, except to follow their home network. "Only embryonic stem cells that can develop into anything. Ethics does not allow the team to take embryonic stem cells because the same of killing, "he said.
Embryonic stem cells could be obtained only when the fetus was only a few days. Obtaining embryonic stem cells will be the same as fatal fetus.
"As doctors, we are bound by oath to save lives, not eliminate it. This method (reversal development of stem cells) allows us to save lives without losing another life, "he said.
Fedik invited the doctors and clinics to take advantage of their research results to patients. The government is also expected to facilitate the utilization of these.
"So far, stem cells have made our young, we put him to sleep so as not to grow. Too bad if the research results put to sleep just like that, "he said. Chairman of the Diabetes and Nutrition Center Dr Soetomo General Hospital, Surabaya, Askandar confirmed, it waited for the development of research Fedik team.
Parties Diabetes and Nutrition Center is hoping there is a method of treatment that allows people with diabetes actually cured. "The drugs currently available only to control the impact. Can not truly heal because there are damaged cells, "he said.
Askandar agree, there should be encouragement from the government so that research results can be applied. Moreover, the research process undertaken was not unethical. "If you can, and successful clinical trials, this will be a history of treatment," he said
If you always follow the latest developments from the world of health, you must have heard the benefits of omega-3 which was much discussed lately.
In addition to "sharpen" the brain, omega-3 was also effective to counteract the depression. Fat content that make up our brain tissue is formed from fatty acids and omega-3 supplementation studies have shown that these fatty acids can reduce depression.
According to Lona Sandon, assistant professor of clinical nutrition from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, omega-3 works by increasing the antidepressant effect, so not a single work.
To get this effect, he suggested to consume 2 grams of fish oil every day. But to get the proper dose you can mengonsultasikannya the doctor.
Besides taking the drug, we also can avoid depression by making a positive and fun activities. Hanging out with other people or family members to share is also recommended to reduce the pressure or burden the mind.
Anabolic steroid pills are effective build muscle and improve stamina, but later revealed abnormalities that arise. One of them is damaging the kidneys. The findings are presented in the annual meeting of the American Society of Nephrology and Scientific Exposition in San Diego, United States.
Steorid generally worn by professional athletes. Some reports mention the use of these drugs lead to dependence. The medical experts also warned of the dangers of this drug, although previously unknown effect on the kidneys.
In a study conducted Leal Herlitz, MD, of Columbia University Medical Center, the experts examined 10 groups of athletes who use steorid bodybuilders for years. Given that the user is experiencing steorid protein leakage in urine and suffering from decreased kidney function.
Based on kidney tests, nine of the 10 bodybuilders suffer from a condition called focal segmental glomerulosclerosis, type of renal scarring. This disease usually occurs when the kidneys work too hard. After his stop using these bodybuilders steorid, beginning to look a kidney repair.
According to the researchers, the formation of muscle to kidney function as a filter to increase dramatically and cause damage. Also known steorid have toxic effects to the kidneys.
