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Hafi B, Uvais NA, Eliyas SK, Hafeeq B, Shihabudheen P. Influence of Religious Affiliations on Attitudes Toward Homosexuality Among Physicians: A Cross-Sectional Study From India. Prim Care Companion CNS Disord 2023; 25. [PMID: 36763816 DOI: 10.4088/pcc.21m03047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Objective: To examine the attitudes among practicing physicians of various specialties toward homosexuality and its association with participants' religious affiliations in India. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted among physicians about their attitudes toward homosexuality between December 2018 and January 2019. Participants completed a survey anonymously in hardcopy form or online. The survey was developed based on the Attitude Toward Homosexuality Scale for Indians (AHSI). A higher AHSI score indicates less homonegativity. It was modified by adding demographic details, career status, and personal experience with homosexual individuals. Results: The study results showed that among 106 respondents, 81 were men with a mean (SD) age of 32.2 (7.3) years. Of the participants, 40 (37.7%) were MBBS graduates with no specialization, while 34 (32.1%) and 32 (30.2%) respondents were from medical and surgical specialties, respectively. The majority of the respondents were Muslim (43.4%), followed by Hindu (35.8%), Christian (10.4%), those not conforming to any religion (5.7%), and other religions (4.7%). The mean ± SD total score on the AHSI was 69.6 ± 17.7, which was higher than the mean neutral score of 60. The AHSI total score was significantly higher among women (P < .001). The total AHSI score was highest among the no religion category followed by Hindus, with the lowest for biblical religions; the difference was statistically significant (P < .001). No significant difference was seen between Muslims and Christians. Conclusions: This study showed an overall positive attitude among the respondents toward homosexuality; however, those belonging to Abrahamic religions, especially Muslims, had more negative attitudes. The results highlight the need for antistigma campaigns and educational interventions targeting the physician population of India to reduce negative attitudes toward homosexuality and improve their knowledge of this topic.
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Affiliation(s)
- Bishurul Hafi
- Department of Dermatology and Sexology, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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- Department of Psychiatry, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India.,Corresponding author: N. A. Uvais, MBBS, DPM, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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- Department of Preventive and Social Medicine, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Puducherry, India
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- Department of Nephrology, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Kozhikode, Kerala, India
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- Department of Medicine, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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Uvais NA, Shihabudheen P, Moideen S. Bilateral empyema caused by Acinetobacter Baumanii leading to septic shock and death – A case report. J Mar Med Soc 2023. [DOI: 10.4103/jmms.jmms_180_22] [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] [Indexed: 01/26/2023] Open
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Uvais NA, Shihabudheen P, Bishurul NA, Moideen S. COVID-19-Related Stigma and Stress Among Doctors Working in the Private Sector During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Prim Care Companion CNS Disord 2021; 23. [PMID: 34507387 DOI: 10.4088/pcc.21br02956] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022] Open
Affiliation(s)
- N A Uvais
- Department of Psychiatry, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut. Kerala, India.,Corresponding author: N. A. Uvais, MBBS, DPM, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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- Department of Critical Care, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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- Department of Dermatology, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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- Department of Internal medicine, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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Anagha K, Shihabudheen P, Uvais NA. Side Effect Profiles of Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors: A Cross-Sectional Study in a Naturalistic Setting. Prim Care Companion CNS Disord 2021; 23. [PMID: 34324797 DOI: 10.4088/pcc.20m02747] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022] Open
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Background: Side effects of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), the most commonly used antidepressants, are usually underreported in clinical trials. Systematic evaluation of side effects associated with SSRIs with structured instruments in a naturalistic setting is an important design to fully understand the side effect profile of various SSRIs. We examined the frequencies of the side effects induced by 3 commonly used SSRIs, sertraline, escitalopram, and fluoxetine, by using a self-rating instrument designed to measure the subjective symptoms of patients in a naturalistic treatment setting. Methods: The subjects were outpatients recruited from the psychiatry department of a tertiary care hospital. The subjects were aged ≥ 18 years; were diagnosed with depression, anxiety spectrum disorders, adjustment disorder, hypochondriasis, or impulse control disorder according to ICD-10 criteria; and were on SSRI monotherapy. The assessment instrument included 42 items and was devised using drug package insert data on the most commonly observed side effects of antidepressants released by the US Food and Drug Administration. Results: A total of 100 patients participated in the study. Among them, 70% were women. The most common diagnosis was depression (49%). Of the patients, 53% were taking sertraline, 38% escitalopram, and 8% fluoxetine. The common side effects reported by patients were flatulence (64%), somnolence (59%), memory impairment (51%), decreased concentration (50%), yawning (47%), fatigue (45%), dry mouth (45%), weight gain (45%), light headedness (43%), and sweating (38%). Patients treated with escitalopram had significantly higher incidence of headache, pruritus, memory impairment, decreased concentration, and dizziness. Patients treated with sertraline had significantly decreased appetite. Conclusions: The study results highlight the prevalence and pattern of side effect profiles of 3 commonly used SSRIs and provide baseline data for comparison with other similar studies.
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- K Anagha
- Department of Pharmacy Practice, JDT Islam College of Pharmacy, Vellimadukunnu, Calicut, Kerala, India
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- Department of Critical Care, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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- Department of Psychiatry, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India.,Corresponding author: N. A. Uvais, MBBS, DPM, Department of Psychiatry, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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Shihabudheen P, Kumar SKS, Uvais NA. An Unusual Case of Fulminant Type 1 Diabetes Developed during Puerperium. Korean J Fam Med 2021; 42:255-256. [PMID: 34038991 PMCID: PMC8164931 DOI: 10.4082/kjfm.21.0040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/19/2021] [Accepted: 03/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/03/2022] Open
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- P Shihabudheen
- Department of Medicine, Iqraa International Hospital and research Centre, Calicut, India
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- Department of Endocrinology, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, India
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- Department of Health Research, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, India.,Department of Psychiatry, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, India
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Uvais NA, Nalakath MJ, Shihabudheen P, Hafi NAB, Salman CA. Depression, Anxiety, and Coping During the COVID-19 Pandemic Among Indian Expats in the Middle East: A Survey Study. Prim Care Companion CNS Disord 2021; 23. [PMID: 33480484 DOI: 10.4088/pcc.20m02761] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2020] [Accepted: 09/09/2020] [Indexed: 10/22/2022] Open
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Objective There are multiple studies indicating that the Indian expat population working in the Middle East is at a significantly high risk for developing anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts. The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic can precipitate or exacerbate psychological distress among the expat population. The objective of this study was to evaluate psychological distress and coping mechanisms among Indian expats working in the Middle East during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods An online survey was conducted with a semistructured questionnaire using a nonprobability snowball sampling technique. In addition to demographic data, a list of COVID-19 pandemic-related questions, the Brief COPE, the 9-item Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9), and the 7-item Generalized Anxiety Disorder Questionnaire (GAD-7) were also utilized. Results A total of 94 responses were received. Of the respondents, 52% reported clinically significant anxiety levels, and 41% reported clinically significant depression levels. Both the PHQ-9 and GAD-7 scores were significantly associated with the level of concern with air traffic restriction (P < .05). Conclusions Our findings show that governments of both Indian and Middle Eastern countries should pay more attention to the mental health of the expat population while combating COVID-19.
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- N A Uvais
- Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India. .,Department of Psychiatry, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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- Department of Hospital Administration, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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- Department of Critical Care, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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- Department of Dermatology, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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- Department of Clinical Psychology, Al Soor Specialist Clinic, Al Soor, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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Uvais NA, Shihabudheen P, Hafi NAB. Perceived Stress and Stigma Among Doctors Working in COVID-19-Designated Hospitals in India. Prim Care Companion CNS Disord 2020; 22. [PMID: 32731315 DOI: 10.4088/pcc.20br02724] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022] Open
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- N A Uvais
- Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India. .,Department of Psychiatry, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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- Department of Critical Care, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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- Department of Dermatology, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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Afra TP, Razmi T M, Thoyyib M, Gangadhar P, Shihabudheen P, Shahul Hameed DK, Anver PC. Autoimmune progesterone dermatitis as a clue to refractory jaundice in a young woman. Clin Exp Dermatol 2020; 46:163-164. [PMID: 32510632 DOI: 10.1111/ced.14332] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2020] [Revised: 05/25/2020] [Accepted: 06/03/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- T P Afra
- Departments of, Department of, Dermatology, IQRAA International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, India
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- Departments of, Department of, Dermatology, IQRAA International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, India
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- Department of, Internal Medicine, IQRAA International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, India
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- Department of, Endocrinology, IQRAA International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, India
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- Department of, Critical Care, IQRAA International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, India
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- Department of, Radiology, IQRAA International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, India
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- Department of, Internal Medicine, IQRAA International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, India
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Uvais NA, Nalakath MJ, Shihabudheen P, Hafi NAB, Rasmina V, Salman CA. Psychological distress during COVID-19 among Malayalam-speaking Indian expats in the middle east. Indian J Public Health 2020; 64:S249-S250. [PMID: 32496269 DOI: 10.4103/ijph.ijph_475_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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- N A Uvais
- Consultant, Department of Psychiatry, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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- Group General Manager, Department of Hospital Administration, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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- Critical Care Fellow, Department of Critical Care, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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- Consultant, Department of Dermatology, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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- Dentist, Department of Dentistry, Al Sanah Dental Speciality Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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- Clinical Psychologist, Department of Clinical Psychology, Al Soor Specialist Clinic, Al Soor, Sharjah, UAE
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Shihabudheen P, Anver PC, Uvais NA, Mohammed TP. Dose-dependent L-dopa/carbidopa-induced hyponatremia presenting with hiccups. J Family Med Prim Care 2020; 9:1749-1751. [PMID: 32509684 PMCID: PMC7266220 DOI: 10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_1044_19] [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] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2019] [Revised: 02/05/2020] [Accepted: 02/21/2020] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Levodopa (L-dopa) is the most effective antiparkinsonian agent and is well tolerated at all stages of the disease. However, both motor and nonmotor adverse events are reported with the use of L-dopa. Electrolyte imbalances such as hyponatremia and hiccups with L-dopa/carbidopa are very rare. For the first time, we are reporting a case of L-dopa/carbidopa-induced hyponatremia and hiccup cooccurring in a 75-year-old male. He symptomatically improved after reducing the dose of levodopa/carbidopa, indicating a dose-dependent nature of these adverse events. Clinicians who prescribe L-dopa/carbidopa should be mindful of the potential for precipitating SIADH and hiccups, especially in elderly patients.
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- P Shihabudheen
- Department of Medicine, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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- Department of Medicine, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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- Department of Neuropsychiatry, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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- Department of Medicine, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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Ashraf NC, Shihabudheen P, Uvais N, Mohammed T. Sirotik olmayan hiperamoniemi, 43 yıl önce üriner derivasyon yapılan bir hastada, değişmiş duyarlığa neden oldu. Acta Medica Alanya 2019. [DOI: 10.30565/medalanya.468721] [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] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Affiliation(s)
- N A Uvais
- Department of Psychiatry, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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- Department of Psychiatry, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Medicine, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India
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Palakkuzhiyil N, Uvais NA, Moideen S, Shihabudheen P. Anti-NMDA-receptor encephalitis presenting with catatonia in a middle aged male. Asian J Psychiatr 2018; 35:26-27. [PMID: 29729646 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajp.2018.04.034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2018] [Accepted: 04/23/2018] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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- Naseem Palakkuzhiyil
- Department of Neurology, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India.
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- Department of psychiatry, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India.
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- Department of Internal medicine, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India.
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- Department of Medicine, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India.
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Uvais NA, Shihabudheen P, Naeem A. Pattern of psychotropic drugs prescription in patients on hemodialysis: A single centre experience from South India. Asian J Psychiatr 2018; 31:90-91. [PMID: 29453148 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajp.2018.02.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2018] [Revised: 02/03/2018] [Accepted: 02/03/2018] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- N A Uvais
- Department of Neuropsychiatry, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India.
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- Department of Medicine, Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India.
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- Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre, Calicut, Kerala, India.
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