Browsing by Author "Jha, S."

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    Perinatal depression and suicidal behaviour: the need for timely intervention
    (Medip Academy, 2025-04) Rathore, G; Sharma, K; Yadav, N; Jha, S.
    This review examines perinatal depression, including antenatal (pregnancy-related) and postnatal (after childbirth) depression. It highlights their prevalence, risk factors, symptoms, and impacts on women and families, such as premature birth and significant maternal mental health issues. Causes include environmental stressors, genetic predisposition, and hormonal changes. The review distinguishes between temporary "baby blues" and prolonged postnatal depression influenced by social, psychological, and biological factors. Risk factors include negative family dynamics, a history of mental health issues, and lack of social support. Emphasizing the need for timely intervention and comprehensive mental health care, this review used a comprehensive search strategy across databases like PubMed, Google Scholar, Scopus, and more. Keywords related to perinatal depression were used for screening abstracts and titles, with full-text articles assessed for eligibility. Quality was evaluated using tools like the Newcastle-Ottawa scale (NOS) and the critical appraisal skills programme (CASP). Findings highlight the importance of regular mental health screenings, psychotherapeutic approaches, pharmacological treatments, and robust support systems. Understanding the interactions between biological, psychological, and social factors in perinatal depression is crucial for improving maternal and fetal health outcomes.
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    A Study Of Paranasal Sinus Complications In Post Covid Patients At A Tertiary Care Centre
    (Association of Health Professionals and Health Educators, 2021-10) Daymakumar, A; MU, Y; Jha, S.
    Background:Paranasal sinus complications in patients recovering from COVID 19 ison the rise. This study is to evaluate the clinically suspected cases of Post Covid Sinusitis patients.Material And Methods:Total 200 cases of Post Covid Sinusitis patients were included in this study. The demographic profile, clinical and radiological presentation, underlying immunocompromised status, laboratory results and treatment outcome of the patients was analysed.Result:Post Covid Sinusitis was observed mainly in the fifth and sixth decade of life with a male predominance. Most common associated disease was diabetes mellitus (77%). Laboratory analysis revealed infection with Mucor and Aspergillus species most commonly. Sino-nasal, orbital, cerebral, palatine and skin involvement found in 100%, 40%, 12.5%,37% and 2.5% of patients, respectively. Symptoms and signs are headache (62.5%), cheek swelling(40%),and decreased vision(26.5%). All patients were treated by surgical debridement, antibiotics and antifungal medications. Overall survival rate was 87.5%.Conclusion:Clinical suspicion and early diagnosis in post covid patients followed by surgical debridement of diseased tissue, antifungal and antibiotic medications are crucial for better prognosis and improved survival rates.