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Fatemeh Yari , Hedayat Nazari , Hosein Khedmat , Abbas Tavalaee , Saeed Foroghi , Fatemeh Janani ,
Volume 6, Issue 1 (6-2004)
Abstract
Background: Women suffer more often from depression than men. Social research suggests that high androgen levels cause aggressive behavior in men and women, and consequently cause depression. The purpose of this study was to determine serum levels of androgens, especially testosterone, in patients with depression.
Material and methods: In this case-controlled study, we measured serum testosterone and dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate levels in 30 women with depression and 30 control subjects of the same age, weight, body mass index (BMI) and menstruation cycle.
Results: Total testosterone and free testosterone levels were significantly higher in patients with depression (202.3 ng/dl and 0.4 ng/dl respectively) than in the control group (140.3 ng/dl and 0.1 ng/dl respectively). There was no significant difference in dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate levels.
Conclusions: This study may indicate a role of androgen, especially testosterone in the pathogenesis of depression.
Mitra Safa , Mandana Saki , Fatemeh Yari , Nahid Lorzadeh ,
Volume 8, Issue 3 (11-2006)
Abstract
Background: Post partum psychosis is a mood disorder which starts 2 or 3 weeks after delivery. In acute form, the symptoms of this disorder are so obvious that the sick mother doesn’t want to take care of her child in some cases, she wants to hurt either the child or herself or both (the child & the mother). It seems that there are some psychosocial factors that cause this problem to occur.
Material and methods: The present study aims to survey the effect of social, cultural, economical and related factors on the post partum psychosis in 2003-2005. The study was cross sectional. The study included all the women who immediately return to the one of the clinical and educational centers for psychosis symptoms. All the women came to the clinics with one of the symptoms of mood disorder 3 to 12 weeks after their delivery. They were examined by psychiatrists. They were also interviewed by clinical psychologists. Those who recognized as having acute depression and psychotic symptoms were included in the study. The data were analyzed using “SPSS” software.
Results: Most of the subjects were in the range of 20-30 years old. They were housewives. In most case, they gave birth to a female newborn and the delivery was done in a normal way. Most of the patients declared that they had unplanned pregnancy. 29.6% of the patients had mental disease background. 9.1% had major depression, 5.6% had dysthymic disorder. 18.5% of the subjects had physical disease like UTI, hyper thyroid and seizure.
Conclusion: There was a significant relationship between post partum psychosis and variables such as age, education, job, and disease background, number of delivery and lack of child acceptance. It is suggested that for prevention of post partum psychosis, there should be a very suitable situation for pregnant mothers. Moreover by planning and designing educational programs, we could provide the proper background for child birth in the family.
Nahid Lorzadeh, Masoume Ghafarzadeh , Sepideh Vahabi , Gholamreza Lashgar-Ara ,
Volume 9, Issue 2 (9-2007)
Abstract
Lorzadeh N1, Ghafarzadeh M1, Vahabi S2, Lashgar-ara GhR3 1. Assistant professor, Department of gynecology, Faculty of medicine, Lorestan University of medical sciences
2. Assistant profwssor, Department of anesthesiology, Faculty of medicine, Lorestan University of medical sciences
3. General practitioner, Information and drugs center of Lorestan health department
Abstract
Background: In this study we evaluate the outcome of pregnancy in the patient that received
M. MR vaccine during M.MR vaccination program on Lorestan of fall 2003.
Materials and methods: This is a descriptive epidemiologic study, we evaluated all of women that vaccinated with M.MR vaccine during pre and post conception. We collected and analyzed all of information like prognosis of pregnancy, congenital rubella syndrome, gestational age weigh of newborn.
Results: In 92 pregnancy women infected with MMR vaccine, the prognosis of pregnancy clearly seen 88 pregnant women (96%) 73 (83%) had normal and healthy newborn infant and 5 (6%) had spontaneot abortion and 10 pregnant women (11%) had legal abortion. Mean gestational age at birth was 39.5 ± 2.1 and weigh of newborn was 3257 ± 535 grams. None of the live born infants had not congenital rubella syndrome.
Conclusion: In this study we showed M.MR vaccination during pregnancy had not any complication pregnancy. But pregnancy yet is an contraindication for M.MR vaccibnation, vecause this patient theories have risk of congenital rubella syndrome.
Farshad Amirkhizi , Fereidon Siassi , Sara Minaie , Mahmood Jalali , Ahmad Reza Dorosty Motlagh , Maryam Chamari ,
Volume 10, Issue 2 (1-2009)
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Amirkhizi F1, Siassi F2, Minaie S3, Djalali M2, Dorosty Motlagh AR4, Chamari M3 1. MSc, Department of Nutrition and Biochemistry, Faculty of Health, Zabol University of Medical Scences 2. Professor, Department of Nutrition and Biochemistry, Faculty of Health, Tehran University of Medical Scences 3. MSc, Department of Nutrition and Biochemistry, Faculty of Health, Tehran University of Medical Scences 4. Associate Professor, Department of Nutrition and Biochemistry, Faculty of Health, Tehran University of Medical Scences Abstract Background: High blood pressure (BP) is one of the most important modifiable risk factors of cardiovascular diseases. Furthermore, anthropometric indices such as body mass index (BMI), waist circumference and waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) can independently and sometimes more severely lead to BP changes. The objective of this study was to assess BP status and its relationship with anthropometric indices among women in rural areas of Kerman province, Iran. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was performed on 370 women of reproductive age (20-45 years old). General information were gathered from each sample using questionnaire and face-to-face interview. Body weight, height, waist and hip circumferences were measured and BMI and WHR were calculated for each subject. Data were analyzed using one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA), independent t-test and Pearson’s correlation coefficient tests. Results: 15.9% and 22.8% of subjects were obese and abdominal obese (WHR>0.8) respectively. 14.3% of subjects were also hypertensive. BP significantly increased with weight, BMI, WHR, waist circumference and number of pregnancy. Furthermore, BMI was positively associated with systolic blood pressure (SBP) and diastolic blood pressure (DBP) (r =0.26, p<0. 002 and r =0.32, p<0.0001 respectively).There was also a positive correlation between WHR with SBP (r =0.22, p<0.003) and DBP (r =0.24, p<0.002). In addition, waist circumference was positively correlated with DBP (r =0.18, p<0.05). Conclusion: Anthropometric indices have positive and significant correlation with blood pressure changes in women of reproductive age. It is generally recommended to consider weight control and body fitness for hypertension prevention in women.
Korosh Cheraghi Pour , Ali Sheikhian , Amir Hosein Maghsoud , Ziya Hejazi , Mohammad Rostami Nejad , Kobra Moradi Pour,
Volume 11, Issue 4 (2-2010)
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Background: Toxoplasmosis is one of the a parasitic infectious caused by the protozoan Toxoplasma gondii. Congenital toxoplasmosis can cause abortion or fetus damage in pregnant women. The purpose of this study was to determine the seroprevalence of toxoplasmosis (IgG & IgM) among the pregnant women referred to Aleshtar rural and urban health centers in 2008.
Materials and Methods: Total 331 blood samples were collected from 204 urban and 127 rural pregnant wemon referred to rural and urban health centers of Aleshtar. After recording their information in the questionnaire and preparation of sample, all samples were evaluated with IgG- and IgM-ELISA to detect anti-Toxoplasma gondii antibodies. Data were analysed by descriptive statistics and chi-square test.
Results: In this study seroprevalence of toxoplasmosis in urban and rural pregnant women were 36/2% and 44%, respectively. And 11. 2% of the urban and 9. 4% of the rural women suffered from acute Toxoplasma infection while 25% and 34. 6% of the urban and the rural cases had chronic infection, respectively. The results of analysis showed that there were significant relationships between seropositivity (IgG and IgM) and education level, age, contact with raw meat, contact with cat, kind of food, washing vegetables, consumption of vegetables and milk in both urban and rural pregnant women (p<0. 05). There was no significant difference between seropositivity and other variables.
Conclusion: The results of this study showed that the high level of education and preferment health awareness can reduce the risk of toxoplasmosis. Nevertheless, %60. 8 of the pregnant women in this study didn’t have previous history of toxoplasma infection and are exposed to primary infectin and acute disease. Therefore, preventive measures and controlled programs are necessary.
Masoume Sadeghi, Pezhman Aghdak , Ramin Heidari, Sedighe Dehghan Naseiri , Rezvan Ghaheri, Mostafa Cheraghi , Nazal Sarrafzadegan ,
Volume 13, Issue 4 (3-2012)
Abstract
Background : The aim of the study was to evaluate the relationship between main CVD risk factors and healthy life style of housewives and working women.
Materials and Methods: The current study was a part of the Isfahan Healthy Heart Program (IHHP). Data sampling was stratified multistage sampling in the women over 20 years old. Demographic information, nutritional status as Global Dietary Index (GDI), physical activity and smoking status were recorded. Blood pressure, anthropometric indicies, total cholesterol, LDL-c and HDL-c, TG, FBS were detected. Collected data were processed by T -test, chi square and logistic regression.
Results: 5591 (92%) out of 6102, were housewives and the rest were working women.The nutritional status in working women was worse than the housewives. In contrast, the physical activity was better in working women. There were no significant differences between two groups regarding smoking. After adjusting for age, BMI, Lipid profile and blood pressure were the same in the both groups. Dyslipidemia, diabetes and obesity were not significantly different between two groups.
Conclusion: Regarding the results, a more comprehensive interventional program for healthy lifestyle and risk factors should be carried out.
Zeinab Khanjani , Abdollah Firozian, Jafar Bahadori Khosroshahi ,
Volume 14, Issue 3 (9-2012)
Abstract
Background : The main purpose of this study was to investigate comparative special theory of mind to women sexual offender with normal people.
Materials and Methods: In this case-control study, the target population was all sex offender prisoners aged 20 to 35 in Urmia during years 2009-2010. From this population 30 sex offenders of women were selected using random sampling method. As well as 30 normal persons who were matched from view point of age, sex and education, were selected as control group. Specific theory of mind test were used for data gathering. On the other hand, for data analysis, descriptive statistical methods and t- test were used.
Results: The results showed that there are significant differences between sex offenders of women and normal subjects in specific theory of mind. It means that the sex offenders of women in specific theory of mind have more defects.
Conclusion: The problems of sex abusers, particularly in the areas of intimacy, empathy and cognitive distortions are resulted from defects in the theory of mind, which by increasing them the problems of sexual abusers can be particularly reduced.
Kobra Karami , Katayon Bakhtiar , Bahman Hasanvand , Shirzad Safary , Shirin Hasanvand ,
Volume 14, Issue 4 (12-2012)
Abstract
Background : The aim of this study is to compare the quality of life and public health after natural and cesarean delivery in women referred to Khorramabad health centers in 2009-2011.
Materials and Methods: In this cohort study all pregnant women referred to health centers in Khorramabad were studied. 380 persons participated in the study selected using purposive sampling method. Data collection was done in 18 months. The information was collected in steps (a): the last month of pregnancy and (b):eight weeks after delivery.GHQ questionnaire was used in order for primary assessing, its validity confirmed by the World Health Organization. Data were analyzed using logistic regression, chi square test, Mann-Whitney at 5% significance level with SPSS software, version 16.
Results: 250 subjects out of 380(146 natural deliveries and 104 cesarians) filled out interview forms and questionnaires. The results show that there are statistically significant differences between physical domain scores (P = 0.001) and mental scores (P = 0.02)which show significant differences in quality of life and in environment and social areas and total, no statistically significant difference was observed. Chance of causing disease symptoms in women with cesarean delivery in the scale of physical complaints was 09.3 times (P = 0.001), depression 75.1 times (P = 0.02) and impaired social interaction 68.1 times (P = 0.04) greater than women with vaginal delivery, all of which are significant at the 5% level of statistical error.
Conclusion:Quality of life in its various aspects and general health in mothers with normal delivery, better grades and better shows.
Hedayat Nazari , Ali Farhadi , Mojgan Jariayani , Reza Hosseinabadi , Sara Asgari , Majid Majidimehr ,
Volume 16, Issue 2 (9-2014)
Abstract
Background : Many physical and psychological changes occur in women during pregnancy and this period has been conceptualized as a time of vulnerability for women . The present study aimed at determining the mental health status of pregnant women .
Materials and Methods: In this descriptive cross-sectional study, 280 pregnant women serviced by Khorramabad health care centers were assessed. Random sampling method was used to select the health care centers, and the women were selected by systematic sampling. The research instrument was the standard GHQ questionnaire. Then the data were analyzed by one way variance analysis and t test using the SPSS software .
Results: The findings showed that 43.6%of the pregnant women were suspected in terms of mental health. The highest frequency was found for social function (7.81) and the lowest belonged to depression (2.86).There was a significant relationship between mental health of the pregnant women with unwanted pregnancy and gender of fetus. Furthermore ,anxiety in the women in the third trimester of pregnancy was significantly higher than those in the first trimester of pregnancy (p<0.05).
Conclusion: Regarding the importance of mental health of pregnant women and its effects on fetus and newborn, integration of psychological counseling in prenatal care programs is recommended .
Farideh Malekshahi , Alireza Heidarnia , Shmsedin Niknami , Farkhonde Aminshokravi , Ali Farhadi,
Volume 17, Issue 2 (9-2015)
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Background : Osteoporosis is a major public health priority in Iran and the world. Recently, prevention of osteoporosis has become the goal of many health professionals. Behavior change is one of the most powerful strategies for osteoporosis prevention. This study aimed to determine the predictors of osteoporosis prevention behavior in women aged 30-50 in Khorramabad. Materials and methods: This descriptive-inferential cross-sectional study included 269 women aged 30-50 selected from all the health centers of Khorramabad according to the inclusion criteria of the study and through cluster and systematic sampling method. Data gathering tools were valid and reliable questionnaires of demographic information, stages of change, decisional balance, self-efficacy, and physical activity. Chi-square test, Spearman correlation coefficient, and logistic regression were applied to analyze the data. Results: The mean age of the subjects was 38.72±7.003, and the mean light weekly physical activity was 38.83±56.400. The results also showed that the construct of self-efficacy had the highest predictive power of preventive behavior. Discussion: The results showed that self-efficacy among the constructs of the Trans-theoretical Model was the only predictive construct for osteoporosis prevention behavior. Therefore, the findings of this study can serve as a base for educational interventions in behavioral changes to prevent osteoporosis by health authorities.
Rastegar Hoseini, Zahra Hoseini,
Volume 20, Issue 4 (1-2019)
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Background: Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a leading cause of mortality and disability in Iran and obesity is considered as one of the main causes. The purpose of this study was to compare the effect of aerobic training and turmeric supplementation on cardiovascular risk factors in overweight women.
Materials and Methods: In this study, 40 healthy non-athlete women with an average age of 23.23±2.98 years were randomly divided into four groups of training- curcuma longa supplement (n=10), training-placebo (n=10), turmeric supplement (n=10) and placebo (n=10). Aerobic training program consists of three sessions of running per week with 45-55 percent of target heart rate for 8 weeks. Supplement group consumed 1 gr/day turmeric. Before and after the intervention, TC, TG, HDL-C and LDL-C were measured.
Results: All three groups (aerobic training, turmeric supplementation, and aerobic training + turmeric supplementation group) showed a significant reduction in weight, BMI, TC, TG and LDL and an increase in HDL (P<0.05). Also, the results show that aerobic training + turmeric supplementation group compared with aerobic training, turmeric supplementation significantly caused reduction in TC, TG and LDL and an increase in HDL (P<0.05).
Conclusion: The results showed that 8 weeks of aerobic training with turmeric supplementation is more effective in the overweight women’s cardiovascular risk factors and body composition than either aerobic training or turmeric supplementation alone.
Kolsom Madani Poor, Mehdi Roozbahani,
Volume 21, Issue 2 (9-2019)
Abstract
Background: Since doing exercise in a standing position for some people is not possible, the purpose of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of seated aerobic exercises on the emotional and moral intelligence of elderly women.
Materials and Methods: The research method was semi-experimental with a pre-test, post-test and unequal control group. The sample was a group of 60 women who had been referred to sports clubs. Firstly, the questionnaires of intelligence (Schutte et al., 1998) and moral intelligence (Martin & Austin, 2010) were completed as a pretest, then the experimental group participated in seated aerobic exercise for 12 sessions of one hour each, under the supervision of an instructor. The control group performed their normal everyday activities. At the end, the above questionnaires were completed as a post-test. Data extracted from the questionnaires were analyzed using Shapiro-Wilks and Mann-Whitney tests.
Results: The results show that seated aerobics exercises were effective in increasing the emotional (U=254, p≤0.002) and moral (U=52.5, P≤0.001) intelligence of elderly women.
Conclusion: It seems that the psychological benefits of aerobics in its moderated form is also preserved in the early years of ageing.
Somayeh Abedzadeh, Farshad Ghazalian, Hossin Abednazari, Hojatolah Nikbakht, Mandana Gholami,
Volume 21, Issue 3 (11-2019)
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Background: N-terminal proBNP (NTproBNP) is widely used as a diagnostic biomarker and for the risk stratification of patients with heart failure (HF). Its role in the evaluation of patients with hypertension is not completely clear. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of 12 weeks of aerobic exercise on NT-pro BNP in women with hypertension.
Materials and Methods: Thirty-five middle-aged women with hypertension were randomly divided into two groups of the aerobic training and the control. The aerobic exercise group completed 12 weeks of exercise, 3 sessions per weak, with 35-60% of the maximum heart rate. Serum NT-proBNP marker was determined by Elecsys method, and 5 ml of blood was collected from brachial veins.
Results: The results demonstrated that 12 weeks of aerobic training had a positive and significant effect on NT-pro BNP concentration in patients with hypertension (p <0.05)
Conclusion: Overall, it seems that 12 weeks of aerobic exercise has been beneficial in patients with hypertension, and has improved myocardial function. However, this issue requires further research.
Masoumeh Ghafarzadeh, Fatemeh Janani, Fatemeh Yari,
Volume 22, Issue 3 (11-2020)
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Background: Vitamin D deficiency is common during pregnancy and childbirth. Recent findings suggest that vitamin D deficiency is associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes. This study was performed to determine the association between low levels of maternal serum vitamin D and some adverse pregnancy outcomes such as premature rupture of embryonic membranes.
Materials and Methods: 73 pregnant women with premature rupture of embryonic membranes as a case group 73 healthy pregnant women as control group were randomly selected from 18 to 35 pregnant women with a gestational age of 28 to 41, who had been referred to Asalian Hospital within 6 months, were selected. Blood levels of vitamin D were measured in both groups. Demographic information as well as data from laboratory results and patient histories were collected using a researcher checklist. Finally, patients were statistically evaluated for vitamin D levels and study factors.
Results: The mean vitamin D level in patients with PROM was 22.49 7 ±7.25nm/lit and the mean vitamin D level in patients without PROM was 28.73 ±8. 8.72nm/l with p = 0.00. There was a significant relationship between vitamin D and PROM levels.
Conclusion: Based on the results of data analysis, it was found that there was a significant relationship between vitamin D levels and premature rupture of the amniotic sac. To examine more closely the relationship between maternal vitamin D levels and the occurrence of premature rupture of embryonic membranes, further research with a larger sample size and complete control of interfering factors is recommended.
Amin Jaydari, Eiman Azizyari Ghobadi,
Volume 24, Issue 1 (4-2022)
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Background: Coxiella burnetii is an obligate intracellular microorganism that causes Q fever in humans and animals. A high risk for obstetric complications has been reported among women infected with Coxiella burnetii. The present study aimed to assess the seroprevalence of C.burnetii infection among rural pregnant women in Khorramabad.
Materials and Methods: In this cross-sectional study, a total of 184 serum samples were collected randomly from pregnant women who were referred to clinical laboratories and health centers in Khorramabad, Iran, from December 2016 to June 2017. A commercial IFA kit was used to detect the specific antibodies against phase II human C. burnetii in serum samples.
Results: In this study, 89 (48.4%) serum samples had Coxiella antibodies. No significant relationship was observed between the variables of this study. Serological results based on the sampling month demonstrated that the most positive cases were observed in December (83.3%) which was statistically significant (P<0.001).
Conclusion: The present study demonstrated a high seroprevalence of C. burnetii infection among pregnant women in Khorramabad. Since Q fever is a dangerous factor in pregnant women, the Ministry of Health and Medical Education should take appropriate policy to raise the awareness of people at risk, especially those who have frequent contact with livestock.
Mahdieh Piri, Mohammad Reza Batavani, Mohsen Ghofrani, Omid Mohammaddoost,
Volume 24, Issue 1 (4-2022)
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Background: Trampoline rebound is one of the recent interesting exercises. The present study aimed to investigate the effect of six weeks of trampoline rebound exercises on cardiovascular indices, body mass index, and lipid profile of obese and overweight women.
Materials and Methods: The statistical population of the present quasi-experimental study consisted of 20 obese and overweight women in Zahedan ( (BMI) ≤27.5 kg/m2), and randomly assigned to two groups of exercise (n=10) and control (n=10). The subjects participated in four 90-min sessions of rebound trampoline exercises for six weeks using a trampoline mat. Physiological, BMI, and lipid parameters were measured in two stages of pre-test and post-test. Data were analyzed in SPSS software (version 21) using independent and dependent t-test, as well as an ANCOVA test. A p-value less than 0.05 was considered statistically significant.
Results: The results demonstrated a significant decrease in post-test values of LDL (from 92.90±1.52 to 73.10±3.81), cholesterol (from 182.10±1.96 to 166.30±6.32), triglyceride (from 108.30±1.33 to 95.30±5.35), and body mass index (29.44±1.07 to 27.38±1.02), as well as a significant increase in HDL (from 59.60±2.75 to 77.00± 3.09) and Vo2max (from 45.50±1.31 to 57.80±1.31) in posttest of the training group, compared to their pre-test (P<0.05). Furthermore, there were the same changes in these parameters in the exercise group, compared to the post-test values of the control group (P<0.05).
Conclusion: As evidenced by the results of this study, six weeks of trampoline rebound training had beneficial effects on controlling lipid profile, cardiovascular indices, and body mass index of obese and overweight women. This training protocol is suggested to improve these indicators in the same groups with obesity and overweight, especially for the variety of exercises.
Arefeh Adel, Masoomeh Abdi, Arezoo Shahsavari, Mahdieh Sepahvand, Sarina Khanahmadi,
Volume 26, Issue 1 (4-2024)
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Background: COVID-19 was a global epidemic that led to numerous problems, including menstrual disorders in women. The present study aimed to assess the frequency of menstrual disorders and related factors in women with COVID-19.
Materials and Methods: The descriptive study was conducted on 80 women with COVID-19 in the first six months of 2022. Information was collected using a telephone questionnaire and data analysis was performed in SPSS software (version 16) using descriptive statistics (frequency and percentage) and analysis (chi-square and independent t-test).
Results: Based on the results, 43.7% of women had menstrual disorders during the COVID-19 pandemic. Among these women, 26.3% and 17.5% of cases considered the disorder to be related to receiving the COVID-19 vaccine and COVID-19 infection, respectively. Massive bleeding (17.5%) and low-volume bleeding (7.5%) were the most reported disorders, and Sinopharm (76.3%) and AstraZeneca (15.0%) vaccines were the most used vaccines. The results of statistical tests did not demonstrate a significant relationship between the presence of disorder and other variables (P>0.05).
Conclusion: Menstrual disorders increased during COVID-19 compared to before. Considering the resolution of this disorder after several months, it is recommended that if the disorder is not resolved, it should be referred for identification and follow-up in time to reduce the dangerous consequences of women's diseases.
