Volume 12 - Issue 2
Authors : JM Seno Adjie, IPG Kayika, Omo Abdul Madjid, Tiarma Uli*, Bonifasius, Teresa C Rosari
To present a range of ideas and perspectives aimed at offering
considerations and suggestions for the reduction of maternal mortality resulting
from unsafe abortion practices.
Authors : Ian Pranandi*
Chronic urticaria (CU) is defined as the spontaneous appearance of wheals, angioedema, or both for more than six weeks. In many cases, the cause
remains idiopathic; however, increasing evidence supports a strong association with autoimmune disorders, particularly autoimmune thyroid disease (AITD).
While thyroid dysfunction is typically considered in the presence of systemic symptoms such as fatigue, weight changes, or menstrual irregularities, CU may
occasionally be the sole clinical manifestation. We present the case of a 32-yearold woman who attended an outpatient clinic with a 3-month history of daily
itchy wheals without identifiable triggers.
Authors : Recep Kara
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders are one of the most common causes of musculoskeletal pain in the head and neck region and represent a
significant source of morbidity in the population. Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) encompass a broad spectrum of clinical conditions affecting the TMJ,
masticatory muscles, and associated structures. Symptoms of TMD are reported in 5–12% of the adult population worldwide, with a 2–3-fold higher prevalence
in women than in men (1,2). The most common clinical manifestations include preauricular pain, joint sounds (crepitus or clicking), restricted mouth opening,
and difficulty during mastication.
Authors : Recep Kara
Anterior disc displacement without reduction (ADDwoR) is a non-reducing internal derangement of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) characterized
by restricted mandibular movement, joint stiffness, and pain. Traditional treatments include occlusal splints, pharmacotherapy, and physiotherapy;
however, the effectiveness of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) as an adjunctive, non-invasive approach has gained increasing attention. This review aims
to explore the biological mechanisms and clinical outcomes of LLLT in the management of ADDwoR. The photobiomodulatory effects of LLLT, including
reduction of inflammatory cytokines, promotion of local microcirculation, and neuromodulation, play a central role in pain relief and functional recovery
