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Shosho RY, Al-Masoudi RO, Kamal AI, Kabli AF, Alzahrani AJ, Almusallam HA, Alqurashi RA, Baghdadi AT, Alosaimi SA, Shatla M. Assessment of Public Knowledge and Awareness on First-Aid Management of Epistaxis in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Cureus 2023; 15:e47945. [PMID: 38034274 PMCID: PMC10685177 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.47945] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/29/2023] [Indexed: 12/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Epistaxis is a common medical problem requiring first aid. However, public awareness of proper first-aid techniques for epistaxis is limited. This study assessed the knowledge and attitudes toward first-aid epistaxis management among the general population in the Makkah region. METHODS A cross-sectional online survey was conducted with 1,259 participants from various regions in Makkah. The survey assessed participants' epidemiological information, experience with epistaxis, and knowledge of proper first-aid techniques. The knowledge scores were calculated and categorized as either good or poor. Associations between the variables and predictors of good knowledge were analyzed. RESULT Overall knowledge of proper epistaxis first aid was poor, with only 467 (37.1%) demonstrating good knowledge. Women, healthcare workers, and those with prior epistaxis showed higher odds of having good knowledge than their counterparts. Relatives/friends and social media were cited as the main knowledge sources, rather than healthcare providers. CONCLUSION Public awareness of appropriate first-aid epistaxis techniques in Makkah is inadequate. Targeted educational interventions involving healthcare providers are needed to improve the first-aid management of this common medical issue.
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- Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, King Abdullah Medical City, Makkah, SAU
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- College of Medicine and Surgery, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, SAU
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- Family Medicine, Community Medicine, and Pilgrims Healthcare, College of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, SAU
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Alfattani N, Alqurashi AS, Kabli AF, Haji A, Alharthi BT, Mandili AK. The Rate and Predictors of Allergic Fungal Rhinosinusitis Recurrence Post-sinus Surgery: A Retrospective Cohort Study. Cureus 2023; 15:e43398. [PMID: 37706147 PMCID: PMC10495771 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.43398] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/13/2023] [Indexed: 09/15/2023] Open
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Objectives Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is the persistent inflammation of the mucosal lining of the paranasal sinuses (PNS). By definition, the inflammatory process persists beyond 12 weeks. One of its subtypes is allergic fungal rhinosinusitis (AFRS), which has a high risk of recurrence, leading to revision surgery. This study aimed to establish the predictive factors for the recurrence of AFRS in post-sinus surgery patients. Methods This single-center retrospective study was conducted in Al-Noor Specialist Hospital, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The charts of patients with AFRS who underwent surgery in our rhinology clinic between 2000 and 2020 were reviewed. Results Among the 116 patients included in this study, approximately half (53%) were female, with a median age of 24.5 years. Thirty-nine (33.6%) patients had recurrence post-sinus surgery, with 33.3% occurring within six months of follow-up. The results showed that patients with coexisting bronchial asthma were three times more likely to experience recurrence (adjusted odds ratio {AOR}, 3.43; confidence interval {CI}, 1.35-8.71), patients with uncorrected deviated nasal septum (DNS) were three times more likely to experience symptoms again following surgery (AOR, 3.70; CI, 1.14-12.02), and patients who presented with concomitant sinus headaches are 66% less likely to experience recurrence (AOR, 0.34; CI, 0.13-0.86). Conclusion The results showed that 33.62% of patients experienced recurrence following surgery. Bronchial asthma and DNS were strongly associated with recurrence; however, their presence does not always imply the need for additional surgery.
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- Naif Alfattani
- Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Al-Noor Specialist Hospital, Makkah, SAU
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- Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, SAU
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- Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Aseer Central Hospital, Abha, SAU
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Jalaladdin MS, Sindi EE, Kabli AF, Bakry S, Mandili AK, Albagami SN, Alshinkity MI, Abeeri N, Marglani O. An Assessment of the Knowledge and Awareness of Common Otorhinolaryngology-Related Issues Among School and University Students in Makkah City, Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study. Cureus 2023; 15:e37444. [PMID: 37182080 PMCID: PMC10174595 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.37444] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/08/2023] [Indexed: 05/16/2023] Open
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Background Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) illnesses commonly affect all individuals with a broad range of symptoms, and most causes are preventable. According to the WHO, more than 278 million people have bilateral hearing loss. Locally, a previously published study done in Riyadh showed that most participants (79.4%) had a poor level of knowledge on common ENT-related diseases. The current study aims to investigate and explore the knowledge of and attitudes toward common ENT problems among students in Makkah City, Saudi Arabia. Method This descriptive, cross-sectional study used an Arabic-language electronic questionnaire to assess knowledge of common ENT problems. It was distributed to medical students at Umm Al-Qura University and students attending Makkah City high schools in Saudi Arabia between November 2021 and October 2022. The sample size was calculated to be 385 participants. Results Overall 1080 respondents were enrolled in this survey from Makkah City. Participants with good knowledge of common ENT diseases were over 20 years of age with a p-value <0.001. Furthermore, females also had a significant p-value of <0.004, and those with bachelor's or university degrees showed a statistically significant p-value of <0.001. Conclusion Female participants with bachelor's or university degrees and participants aged 20 and older showed superior knowledge. Our findings indicate that students need educational implications and awareness campaigns to increase their knowledge, practice, and perception toward common otorhinolaryngology-related issues.
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- Mohammad S Jalaladdin
- Department of Medicine and Surgery, College of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, SAU
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, College of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, SAU
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, College of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, SAU
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, College of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, SAU
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, College of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, SAU
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, College of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, SAU
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, College of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, SAU
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, College of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, SAU
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Jeddah, SAU
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, SAU
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Alharthi SM, Alzahrani FM, Alharthi SM, Kabli AF, Baabdullah AA, Baatiyyah EA, Alzahrani AS, Almuqati BS, Shatla MM. Prevalence and Risk Factors of Allergic Rhinitis Among the Population in the Makkah Region, Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study. Cureus 2023; 15:e34863. [PMID: 36923166 PMCID: PMC10010311 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.34863] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/11/2023] [Indexed: 02/13/2023] Open
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Background Allergic rhinitis (AR) is considered a high global disease burden; hence, the shortage of knowledge would lead to poor adherence to management and preventive measures and increase the exacerbation of AR symptoms. This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence and risk factors, and assess the knowledge and practices of the population regarding AR among the population in Makkah city, Saudi Arabia. Methodology This was an online survey cross-sectional study conducted in December 2022 via social media platforms (WhatsApp and Twitter) to collect data on participants' demographics, prevalence, risk factors, knowledge, and attitudes toward AR, using a validated Arabic version of a self-administered questionnaire. Results The study involved 466 participants. Of the participants, 55.8% were aged 31 to 45 years, and 286 (61.4%) were females. The prevalence of AR among the participants was 45%. The most common symptoms were a blocked nose (79.6%), sneezing (74.2%), and a runny nose (71.5%). Furthermore, the prevalence of rhinoconjunctivitis in this study was 56%. The most common inhalant allergen was house dust (73.0%). Only the age and history of asthma or eczema were significant factors associated with AR. Overall, most of the subjects (94.85%) had adequate knowledge regarding AR. Conclusion A high prevalence of AR was observed. Understanding the factors linked with AR is imperative to ensure better adherence to preventive management plans.
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Almatrafi MA, Kabli AF, Subahi Y, Yaseen E, Alsahaf N, Alidrisi D, Ahmed HA, Masmali HM, Alahmad O, Khan MN, Minshawi F. A Rare Case of a Child Diagnosed With Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome After COVID-19 Presenting With Renal Infarctions and Transient Blast Cells: A Case Report and Literature Review. Cureus 2022; 14:e30832. [DOI: 10.7759/cureus.30832] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Zamzami OS, Kabli AF, Alhothali AS, Alhothali OS, Alharbi TA, Bahakim AK, Marglani OA. Post-COVID-19 Vaccine Parosmia: A Case Report. Cureus 2021; 13:e20292. [PMID: 35028203 PMCID: PMC8747983 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.20292] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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We present the case of a healthy 38-year-old male who developed parosmia following a second dose of AstraZeneca with a negative nasal swab of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection. The patient noted parosmia that started suddenly after one week of receiving the second dose of AstraZeneca with no association with other symptoms. The patient has still not recovered from his parosmia until the publication of this article. The olfactory disorder was confirmed using a validated questionnaire for parosmia assessment and examination by rhinoscopy. Parosmia is a rare side effect of COVID-19, and its pathophysiological mechanism is still unknown. More research in the future is needed to know the association of parosmia with COVID-19 vaccine.
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- Osama S Zamzami
- Department of Medicine and Surgery, College of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Al-Abdia Main Campus, Makkah, SAU
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, College of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Al-Abdia Main Campus, Makkah, SAU
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, College of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Al-Abdia Main Campus, Makkah, SAU
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, College of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Al-Abdia Main Campus, Makkah, SAU
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, College of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Al-Abdia Main Campus, Makkah, SAU
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, College of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Al-Abdia Main Campus, Makkah, SAU
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, College of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, SAU
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