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Aim: In this study, we compared the efficacy of fluticasone propionate (FP) and mometasonefuroate... more Aim: In this study, we compared the efficacy of fluticasone propionate (FP) and mometasonefuroate (MF) nasal sprays in the treatment of allergic rhinitis based on total nasal symptom score (TNSS) questionnaire. Methodology: For this study, 60 chronic rhinitis patients based on inclusion criteria were randomly assigned to two groups: FP and MF groups. FP group received 200 μg dose of FP nasal spray (2 sprays/nostril) daily and the MF group received 100 mg dose of MF nasal spray (2 sprays/nostril) daily for 8 weeks. The effects of the two agents were compared based on TNSS questionnaire in 0, 4 and 8 weeks after the beginning of the treatment. Results: Patients in both groups exhibited significant improvement in their TNSS (P Value 0.05). Conclusion: In conclusion, FP and MF are significantly effective in relieving of chronic rhinitis symptoms. Even though, the difference between the two is not significant for 8 weeks therapy.
Simple Summary Understanding insect–plant interactions is important in designing an integrated pe... more Simple Summary Understanding insect–plant interactions is important in designing an integrated pest management program. Green peach aphid is a major insect pest of a wide range of crops. We studied the effects of five vegetable plants on the life table parameters of aphids. Our findings showed that cabbage was the less felicitous host plant to aphids for fecundity and survival. Contrarily, chili pepper was the most susceptible plant and was quite suitable for the faster growth and development of aphids. The information is very useful in designing the integrated pest management strategy against aphids. Abstract The green peach aphid, Myzus persicae Sulzer (Hemiptera: Aphididae), a polyphagous insect pest is a major threat to a wide range of crops worldwide. Aiming to evaluate the life history traits of M. persicae, feeding on different host plants, we used five vegetables: cabbage, Brassica oleracea (Brassicaceae); chinese cabbage, B. rapa (Brassicaceae); chili pepper, Capsicum annum...
Gamification informally refers to making a system more gamelike. More specifically, gamification ... more Gamification informally refers to making a system more gamelike. More specifically, gamification denotes applying game mechanics to a non-game system. We theorize that gamification success depends on the game mechanics employed and their effects on user motivation and immersion. The proposed theory may be tested using an experiment or questionnaire study.
Saudi Journal of Oral and Dental Research
Fibrous dysplasia (FD) is a non-neoplastic developmental hamartomatous disease of the bone, chara... more Fibrous dysplasia (FD) is a non-neoplastic developmental hamartomatous disease of the bone, characterised by a blend of fibrous and osseous elements in the region. It is a lesion of unknown etiology, uncertain pathogenesis, and diverse histopathology. With an incidence of 1:4000-1:10,000 it seems to be a rare disease. It represents approximately 2.5% of all bone lesions and about 7% of all benign bone tumors. The objective of this paper is to present an unusual case of Fibrous Dysplasia. A patient with chief complaint of pain and swelling in right side of the mandible was examined. OPG showed poorly defined mixed density pattern. Ultrasound of thyroid revealed enlarged nodes. CBCT revealed hypodense area. CT also showed features of osteomyelitis. Bone scan suggested fibrous dysplasia, which was confirmed by biopsy. Patient also had deficiency of Vitamin D.
Gamification informally refers to making a system more game-like. More specifically, gamification... more Gamification informally refers to making a system more game-like. More specifically, gamification denotes applying game mechanics to a non-game system. We theorize that gamification success depends on the game mechanics employed and their effects on user motivation and immersion. The proposed theory may be tested using an experiment or questionnaire study.
Aim: In this study, we compared the efficacy of fluticasone propionate (FP) and mometasonefuroate... more Aim: In this study, we compared the efficacy of fluticasone propionate (FP) and mometasonefuroate (MF) nasal sprays in the treatment of allergic rhinitis based on total nasal symptom score (TNSS) questionnaire. Methodology: For this study, 60 chronic rhinitis patients based on inclusion criteria were randomly assigned to two groups: FP and MF groups. FP group received 200 μg dose of FP nasal spray (2 sprays/nostril) daily and the MF group received 100 mg dose of MF nasal spray (2 sprays/nostril) daily for 8 weeks. The effects of the two agents were compared based on TNSS questionnaire in 0, 4 and 8 weeks after the beginning of the treatment. Results: Patients in both groups exhibited significant improvement in their TNSS (P Value 0.05). Conclusion: In conclusion, FP and MF are significantly effective in relieving of chronic rhinitis symptoms. Even though, the difference between the two is not significant for 8 weeks therapy.
Simple Summary Understanding insect–plant interactions is important in designing an integrated pe... more Simple Summary Understanding insect–plant interactions is important in designing an integrated pest management program. Green peach aphid is a major insect pest of a wide range of crops. We studied the effects of five vegetable plants on the life table parameters of aphids. Our findings showed that cabbage was the less felicitous host plant to aphids for fecundity and survival. Contrarily, chili pepper was the most susceptible plant and was quite suitable for the faster growth and development of aphids. The information is very useful in designing the integrated pest management strategy against aphids. Abstract The green peach aphid, Myzus persicae Sulzer (Hemiptera: Aphididae), a polyphagous insect pest is a major threat to a wide range of crops worldwide. Aiming to evaluate the life history traits of M. persicae, feeding on different host plants, we used five vegetables: cabbage, Brassica oleracea (Brassicaceae); chinese cabbage, B. rapa (Brassicaceae); chili pepper, Capsicum annum...
Gamification informally refers to making a system more gamelike. More specifically, gamification ... more Gamification informally refers to making a system more gamelike. More specifically, gamification denotes applying game mechanics to a non-game system. We theorize that gamification success depends on the game mechanics employed and their effects on user motivation and immersion. The proposed theory may be tested using an experiment or questionnaire study.
Saudi Journal of Oral and Dental Research
Fibrous dysplasia (FD) is a non-neoplastic developmental hamartomatous disease of the bone, chara... more Fibrous dysplasia (FD) is a non-neoplastic developmental hamartomatous disease of the bone, characterised by a blend of fibrous and osseous elements in the region. It is a lesion of unknown etiology, uncertain pathogenesis, and diverse histopathology. With an incidence of 1:4000-1:10,000 it seems to be a rare disease. It represents approximately 2.5% of all bone lesions and about 7% of all benign bone tumors. The objective of this paper is to present an unusual case of Fibrous Dysplasia. A patient with chief complaint of pain and swelling in right side of the mandible was examined. OPG showed poorly defined mixed density pattern. Ultrasound of thyroid revealed enlarged nodes. CBCT revealed hypodense area. CT also showed features of osteomyelitis. Bone scan suggested fibrous dysplasia, which was confirmed by biopsy. Patient also had deficiency of Vitamin D.
Gamification informally refers to making a system more game-like. More specifically, gamification... more Gamification informally refers to making a system more game-like. More specifically, gamification denotes applying game mechanics to a non-game system. We theorize that gamification success depends on the game mechanics employed and their effects on user motivation and immersion. The proposed theory may be tested using an experiment or questionnaire study.