I am a Basic sciences academician with teaching experience of 8 years. I have a medical background with Ph.D. in Biochemistry. My expertise includes clinical teaching, clinical data analysis, and interpretation. I am a certified health professional educationist and completed certificate courses in the field of statistics and health from leading world universities. Currently, I have been selected for Supporting Women in Science at the IGHD AKU program affiliated with the University of Oxford
Background: Diabetes can cause oral health issues like periodontal disease, dental caries, and de... more Background: Diabetes can cause oral health issues like periodontal disease, dental caries, and delayed wound healing, requiring effective diabetes management and good oral hygiene. This study evaluated the efficacy of Centratherum anthelminticum (eCset) seed extract in herbal formulation against oral issues in adults with and without diabetes. Methods: This randomized control trial study was conducted at Surani Dental Clinic, Karachi, for 4 weeks in January 2023 and included 18-60 years of type-2 diabetics on standard anti-diabetic therapy for at least 6 months, moderate to severe oral ailments, at least 24 teeth, and no recent antibiotic therapy. The antibacterial and antifungal activity of eCset seed extract was tested and compared with reference drugs Chloramphenicol and Nystatin by using the diffusion zone methods and eCset herbal formulation was prepared. The weight, height, and fasting blood sugar (FBS) were measured, oral health at baseline and after intervention was assessed, and saliva samples were collected before and after using eCset mouthwash for four weeks and cultured. SPSS v.21 was used with p<0.05 considered significant. Results: The growth inhibition zones(mm) for Staphylococcus aureus were (Chloramphenicol:25 vs eCset:22), Micrococcus luteus (55 vs 22), Vibrio cholera (40 vs 29), Salmonella typhi (23 vs 16) and Aspergillus niger (eCset:18 vs Nystatin:22mm). The eCset herbal mouthwash improved plaque in healthy and diabetic participants and decreased the salivary CFU values (p<0.01) in both groups after using eCset mouthwash for four weeks. Conclusion: The in-vitro antibacterial and antifungal activity of eCset seed extract supports its herbal mouthwash formulation used to maintain and improve oral hygiene.
Objective: To investigate the relationship between specific dietary components and hemoglobin (Hb... more Objective: To investigate the relationship between specific dietary components and hemoglobin (Hb) levels, with combined red cell and reticulocyte analysis in young women with varying degrees of anemia. Methodology: This cross-sectional study was conducted at a public sector university, in Karachi, Pakistan. Total 320 women aged between 18 to 25 years were enrolled. The dietary habits were evaluated by using a validated food frequency questionnaire. BMI was measured, and Hb, Mean Cell Volume, Mean Cell Hemoglobin. Red cell Diameter Width, Reticulocyte-Hemoglobin, and Immature Reticulocyte Fraction were measured by automated hematology analyzer. Peripheral blood films were examined for morphological classification of anemia. WHO classification of anemia was used to decide anemia severity. Results: The cytometric and erythrokinetic anemia biomarkers were significantly different (p≤0.05) between non-anemic and anemic groups in the one-way ANOVA estimation model. After adjusting for sociodemographic factors, the fish, eggs, poultry, and meat intake increased serum Hb level significantly in mild anemia and meat in moderate or severe anemia. Conclusion: Mild anemia is common in young women due to dietary iron inadequacy and can be improved by nutrient specific intervention.
Objective: To investigate the role of serum lipids in the onset and progression of Diabetic Retin... more Objective: To investigate the role of serum lipids in the onset and progression of Diabetic Retinopathy (DR) in Type-II diabetes (T2DM) individuals.
Objective: To investigate the role of serum lipids in the onset and progression of Diabetic Retin... more Objective: To investigate the role of serum lipids in the onset and progression of Diabetic Retinopathy (DR) in Type-II diabetes (T2DM) individuals. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted at the National Institute of Diabetes and Endocrinology (NIDE), Dow University of Health Sciences (DUHS) from March to May 2019. After signing the informed consent, healthy controls (n=30), T2DM patients (diabetic n=30), proliferative (PDR n=30) and non-proliferative (NPDR n= 30) of age 18 to 65 years were selected by convenient sampling. Background information was gathered through interviews and the fundoscopy was done. Fasting five ml venous blood samples were collected and analysed for triglycerides (TGs), cholesterol, HDL, LDL, VLDL and the HbA1c using commercially available assays. The SPSS, version 24.0, was used for data analysis. Results: The HbA1c level was high in the diabetes, NPDR and PDR groups than control (p<0.05). The serum TGs and cholesterol were raised while the HDL...
Objective: To determine the trend of anaemia prevalence among female medical students (FMS) throu... more Objective: To determine the trend of anaemia prevalence among female medical students (FMS) through self-grading along haematological parameters and its association with their nutritional indicators. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted at a public sector health university of Karachi among FMS from April to September 2016. After written informed consent, 216 FMS were assessed for height and weight, for nutrition habits by calculating minimum dietary diversity for women (MDD-W) and anaemia status by self-administered validated self-grading anaemia assessment questionnaire (SGAAQ). The haematological parameters were examined in venous blood sample on Sysmex (XN-3000). The data was analysed using IBM SPSS software version 24. Association between anaemia and nutritional indicators was determined by Chi-square and considered significant when p < 0.05. Results: Anaemia prevalence was 31% with highest frequency among obese (56%) and 29% FMS achieved MDD-W. The mean SGAAQ sc...
宝卷,最初是一种由唐代"变文"直接衍生的讲唱文学,约产生于宋元之际,流行于明武宗正德年间(1506-1521)至清末民初.宋真宗时,明禁僧侣讲唱变文,变文乃变成"谈... more 宝卷,最初是一种由唐代"变文"直接衍生的讲唱文学,约产生于宋元之际,流行于明武宗正德年间(1506-1521)至清末民初.宋真宗时,明禁僧侣讲唱变文,变文乃变成"谈经"、"说经"、"说参请"等形式,即讲唱变文之变相发展,宝卷亦因之应运而生.由此观之,宝卷是一种说唱文学.要唱,就要有曲子,念卷过程中吟唱的"曲子",通常称其为宝卷音乐.……
In present era stress remains a favorite subject of research especially in medicalprofession beca... more In present era stress remains a favorite subject of research especially in medicalprofession because with high competitive roles and responsibilities, this profession serves theneed of mankind. Objective: Assessment of professional stress in female medical doctorsemployed at different tertiary care hospitals of Karachi, Pakistan. Study Design: The crosssectionalnon-experimental survey. Setting: Different tertiary care hospitals of Karachi. Period:November, 2012 to July, 2013. Methodology: Internationally validated and standardizedquestionnaire was used as survey tool for present research. It was distributed to total twohundred and twenty eight 228 female medical doctors. Results: Total 191 respondents filledthe research survey. 64.39% were MBBS, 20.42% were BDS and 15.18% were postgraduaterespondents. Cronbach’s alpha was 73.60%. Mean age of respondents was 29.32 ± 6.96years, average stress score was 12.09 ± 4.33 with average years of experience were 4.58 ±5.57 years. Stress scores ...
DESCRIPTION ABSTRACT… In present era stress remains a favorite subject of research especially in ... more DESCRIPTION ABSTRACT… In present era stress remains a favorite subject of research especially in medical profession because with high competitive roles and responsibilities, this profession serves the need of mankind. Objective: Assessment of professional stress in female medical doctors employed at different tertiary care hospitals of Karachi, Pakistan. Study Design: The crosssectional non-experimental survey. Setting: Different tertiary care hospitals of Karachi. Period: November, 2012 to July, 2013. Methodology: Internationally validated and standardized questionnaire was used as survey tool for present research. It was distributed to total two hundred and twenty eight 228 female medical doctors. Results: Total 191 respondents filled the research survey. 64.39% were MBBS, 20.42% were BDS and 15.18% were postgraduate respondents. Cronbach’s alpha was 73.60%. Mean age of respondents was 29.32 ± 6.96 years, average stress score was 12.09 ± 4.33 with average years of experience were ...
Objective:To determine the trend of anaemia prevalence among female medical students (FMS) throug... more Objective:To determine the trend of anaemia prevalence among female medical students (FMS) through self-grading along haematological parameters and its association with their nutritional indicators.Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted at a public sector health university of Karachi among FMS from April to September 2016. After written informed consent, 216 FMS were assessed for height and weight, for nutrition habits by calculating minimum dietary diversity for women (MDD-W) and anaemia status by self-administered validated self-grading anaemia assessment questionnaire (SGAAQ). The haematological parameters were examined in venous blood sample on Sysmex (XN-3000). The data was analysed using IBM SPSS software version 24. Association between anaemia and nutritional indicators was determined by Chi-square and considered significant when p < 0.05.Results: Anaemia prevalence was 31% with highest frequency among obese (56%) and 29% FMS achieved MDD-W. The mean SGAAQ score, Hb (g/dl), MCV (fl), MCH (pg) and Ret-He (pg) differed significantly (p = <0.001) between anaemic and non-anaemic students. The mean Hb (g/dl) level was significantly higher for FMS who scored MDD-W >5 (p= 0.04).Conclusion: Malnutrition and anaemia co-exist despite appropriate awareness of anaemia among FMS. It was associated with self-assessment of anaemia and BMI groups but not with dietary diversity in the present study. KEYWORDS: Anaemia, Body mass index, Female medical students, Minimum dietary diversity for women.
Background: Diabetes can cause oral health issues like periodontal disease, dental caries, and de... more Background: Diabetes can cause oral health issues like periodontal disease, dental caries, and delayed wound healing, requiring effective diabetes management and good oral hygiene. This study evaluated the efficacy of Centratherum anthelminticum (eCset) seed extract in herbal formulation against oral issues in adults with and without diabetes. Methods: This randomized control trial study was conducted at Surani Dental Clinic, Karachi, for 4 weeks in January 2023 and included 18-60 years of type-2 diabetics on standard anti-diabetic therapy for at least 6 months, moderate to severe oral ailments, at least 24 teeth, and no recent antibiotic therapy. The antibacterial and antifungal activity of eCset seed extract was tested and compared with reference drugs Chloramphenicol and Nystatin by using the diffusion zone methods and eCset herbal formulation was prepared. The weight, height, and fasting blood sugar (FBS) were measured, oral health at baseline and after intervention was assessed, and saliva samples were collected before and after using eCset mouthwash for four weeks and cultured. SPSS v.21 was used with p<0.05 considered significant. Results: The growth inhibition zones(mm) for Staphylococcus aureus were (Chloramphenicol:25 vs eCset:22), Micrococcus luteus (55 vs 22), Vibrio cholera (40 vs 29), Salmonella typhi (23 vs 16) and Aspergillus niger (eCset:18 vs Nystatin:22mm). The eCset herbal mouthwash improved plaque in healthy and diabetic participants and decreased the salivary CFU values (p<0.01) in both groups after using eCset mouthwash for four weeks. Conclusion: The in-vitro antibacterial and antifungal activity of eCset seed extract supports its herbal mouthwash formulation used to maintain and improve oral hygiene.
Objective: To investigate the relationship between specific dietary components and hemoglobin (Hb... more Objective: To investigate the relationship between specific dietary components and hemoglobin (Hb) levels, with combined red cell and reticulocyte analysis in young women with varying degrees of anemia. Methodology: This cross-sectional study was conducted at a public sector university, in Karachi, Pakistan. Total 320 women aged between 18 to 25 years were enrolled. The dietary habits were evaluated by using a validated food frequency questionnaire. BMI was measured, and Hb, Mean Cell Volume, Mean Cell Hemoglobin. Red cell Diameter Width, Reticulocyte-Hemoglobin, and Immature Reticulocyte Fraction were measured by automated hematology analyzer. Peripheral blood films were examined for morphological classification of anemia. WHO classification of anemia was used to decide anemia severity. Results: The cytometric and erythrokinetic anemia biomarkers were significantly different (p≤0.05) between non-anemic and anemic groups in the one-way ANOVA estimation model. After adjusting for sociodemographic factors, the fish, eggs, poultry, and meat intake increased serum Hb level significantly in mild anemia and meat in moderate or severe anemia. Conclusion: Mild anemia is common in young women due to dietary iron inadequacy and can be improved by nutrient specific intervention.
Objective: To investigate the role of serum lipids in the onset and progression of Diabetic Retin... more Objective: To investigate the role of serum lipids in the onset and progression of Diabetic Retinopathy (DR) in Type-II diabetes (T2DM) individuals.
Objective: To investigate the role of serum lipids in the onset and progression of Diabetic Retin... more Objective: To investigate the role of serum lipids in the onset and progression of Diabetic Retinopathy (DR) in Type-II diabetes (T2DM) individuals. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted at the National Institute of Diabetes and Endocrinology (NIDE), Dow University of Health Sciences (DUHS) from March to May 2019. After signing the informed consent, healthy controls (n=30), T2DM patients (diabetic n=30), proliferative (PDR n=30) and non-proliferative (NPDR n= 30) of age 18 to 65 years were selected by convenient sampling. Background information was gathered through interviews and the fundoscopy was done. Fasting five ml venous blood samples were collected and analysed for triglycerides (TGs), cholesterol, HDL, LDL, VLDL and the HbA1c using commercially available assays. The SPSS, version 24.0, was used for data analysis. Results: The HbA1c level was high in the diabetes, NPDR and PDR groups than control (p<0.05). The serum TGs and cholesterol were raised while the HDL...
Objective: To determine the trend of anaemia prevalence among female medical students (FMS) throu... more Objective: To determine the trend of anaemia prevalence among female medical students (FMS) through self-grading along haematological parameters and its association with their nutritional indicators. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted at a public sector health university of Karachi among FMS from April to September 2016. After written informed consent, 216 FMS were assessed for height and weight, for nutrition habits by calculating minimum dietary diversity for women (MDD-W) and anaemia status by self-administered validated self-grading anaemia assessment questionnaire (SGAAQ). The haematological parameters were examined in venous blood sample on Sysmex (XN-3000). The data was analysed using IBM SPSS software version 24. Association between anaemia and nutritional indicators was determined by Chi-square and considered significant when p < 0.05. Results: Anaemia prevalence was 31% with highest frequency among obese (56%) and 29% FMS achieved MDD-W. The mean SGAAQ sc...
宝卷,最初是一种由唐代"变文"直接衍生的讲唱文学,约产生于宋元之际,流行于明武宗正德年间(1506-1521)至清末民初.宋真宗时,明禁僧侣讲唱变文,变文乃变成"谈... more 宝卷,最初是一种由唐代"变文"直接衍生的讲唱文学,约产生于宋元之际,流行于明武宗正德年间(1506-1521)至清末民初.宋真宗时,明禁僧侣讲唱变文,变文乃变成"谈经"、"说经"、"说参请"等形式,即讲唱变文之变相发展,宝卷亦因之应运而生.由此观之,宝卷是一种说唱文学.要唱,就要有曲子,念卷过程中吟唱的"曲子",通常称其为宝卷音乐.……
In present era stress remains a favorite subject of research especially in medicalprofession beca... more In present era stress remains a favorite subject of research especially in medicalprofession because with high competitive roles and responsibilities, this profession serves theneed of mankind. Objective: Assessment of professional stress in female medical doctorsemployed at different tertiary care hospitals of Karachi, Pakistan. Study Design: The crosssectionalnon-experimental survey. Setting: Different tertiary care hospitals of Karachi. Period:November, 2012 to July, 2013. Methodology: Internationally validated and standardizedquestionnaire was used as survey tool for present research. It was distributed to total twohundred and twenty eight 228 female medical doctors. Results: Total 191 respondents filledthe research survey. 64.39% were MBBS, 20.42% were BDS and 15.18% were postgraduaterespondents. Cronbach’s alpha was 73.60%. Mean age of respondents was 29.32 ± 6.96years, average stress score was 12.09 ± 4.33 with average years of experience were 4.58 ±5.57 years. Stress scores ...
DESCRIPTION ABSTRACT… In present era stress remains a favorite subject of research especially in ... more DESCRIPTION ABSTRACT… In present era stress remains a favorite subject of research especially in medical profession because with high competitive roles and responsibilities, this profession serves the need of mankind. Objective: Assessment of professional stress in female medical doctors employed at different tertiary care hospitals of Karachi, Pakistan. Study Design: The crosssectional non-experimental survey. Setting: Different tertiary care hospitals of Karachi. Period: November, 2012 to July, 2013. Methodology: Internationally validated and standardized questionnaire was used as survey tool for present research. It was distributed to total two hundred and twenty eight 228 female medical doctors. Results: Total 191 respondents filled the research survey. 64.39% were MBBS, 20.42% were BDS and 15.18% were postgraduate respondents. Cronbach’s alpha was 73.60%. Mean age of respondents was 29.32 ± 6.96 years, average stress score was 12.09 ± 4.33 with average years of experience were ...
Objective:To determine the trend of anaemia prevalence among female medical students (FMS) throug... more Objective:To determine the trend of anaemia prevalence among female medical students (FMS) through self-grading along haematological parameters and its association with their nutritional indicators.Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted at a public sector health university of Karachi among FMS from April to September 2016. After written informed consent, 216 FMS were assessed for height and weight, for nutrition habits by calculating minimum dietary diversity for women (MDD-W) and anaemia status by self-administered validated self-grading anaemia assessment questionnaire (SGAAQ). The haematological parameters were examined in venous blood sample on Sysmex (XN-3000). The data was analysed using IBM SPSS software version 24. Association between anaemia and nutritional indicators was determined by Chi-square and considered significant when p < 0.05.Results: Anaemia prevalence was 31% with highest frequency among obese (56%) and 29% FMS achieved MDD-W. The mean SGAAQ score, Hb (g/dl), MCV (fl), MCH (pg) and Ret-He (pg) differed significantly (p = <0.001) between anaemic and non-anaemic students. The mean Hb (g/dl) level was significantly higher for FMS who scored MDD-W >5 (p= 0.04).Conclusion: Malnutrition and anaemia co-exist despite appropriate awareness of anaemia among FMS. It was associated with self-assessment of anaemia and BMI groups but not with dietary diversity in the present study. KEYWORDS: Anaemia, Body mass index, Female medical students, Minimum dietary diversity for women.
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KEYWORDS: Anaemia, Body mass index, Female medical students, Minimum dietary diversity for women.
KEYWORDS: Anaemia, Body mass index, Female medical students, Minimum dietary diversity for women.