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Treatment methods of demodex blepharitis

Jamilya PINAYEVA, Guncha ANNAYEVA, Mekan SAHETNIYAZOV, Leyla KARAJAYEVAScientific and clinical center for the eye diseases of SMUT named after M. Garryyev Demodicosis is a lesion of the eyelids caused by mites of the genus demodex, and is one of the most widespread dermatoses. Among all inflammatory diseases of the eyelids, blepharitis and blepharoconjunctivitis of demodectic etiology occupy from 39 to 88% [4, 6, 7].

Diagnosis and surgical treatment of gastroduodenal bleeding

Annagurban ORAZOV, Nurmyrat KAKABAYEV, Gadam SERDAROV, Merdan HOJAMYRADOVDepartment of faculty surgery of SMUT named after M. Garryyev, Emergency first aid center Peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum is a chronic, recurrent disease with the development of severe complications with the spread of the inflammatory process to adjacent organs.

Extragenital pathology and obstetric complications in disorders of the hormonal activity of thyroid gland

Maya KAKAGELDIYEVAHospital with a scientific and clinical center for physiology Thyroid gland (TG) is normally the only source of thyroxine (T4), while about 80% of triiodothyronine (T3) is formed not in the thyroid gland, but by deiodination of T4 in peripheral tissues – muscles, liver, kidneys; the conversion of free T4 (FT4) into free T3 (FT3) occurs in the placenta [7, 8, 13, 16]. The optimal TSH level for planning pregnancy is 0,4-2,0 mU/l for hypothyroidism.

Pathological changes in patients with metabolic syndrome

Ogulgurban SOLTANOVA, Mammetberdi ELYASOVDepartment of biotechnology of Oguz Khan engineering and technology university of Turkmenistan, Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan Metabolic syndrome is a group of pathological conditions such as abdominal obesity, dyslipidemia, hypertension, insulin resistance and increased fasting blood glucose levels. Metabolic syndrome is a risk factor for the development of serious diseases such as type II diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. In most cases, insulin resistance is the main cause and trigger of the symptoms of metabolic syndrome and obesity in particular. As a result of recent studies, it has been revealed that chronic inflammatory conditions are the main factors in the development of metabolic syndrome and subsequent pathophysiological disorders [1, 2].

Building on Accomplishments

The improvement and rapid development of the national healthcare system have a special place among the most significant achievements of the Turkmen state. In the period of the Revival of the New Era of the Powerful State in our country, public health protection is a priority aspect of the policy of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov pursued within the comprehensive national strategies and programmes.

Time for holidays, vacations and hot weather

Summer time is the traditional season of vacations and holidays and at the same time it is a period of persistently hot weather, when you need to be more attentive to your health. Here are some tips that the readers of Neutral Turkmenistan were given by specialists from the Information Centre of the Ministry of Health and the Medical Industry. Following the recommendations and observing certain rules of behaviour will allow to avoid the negative consequences of heat on the human body and to maintain good health, vitality and performance.

Vacation at Sea – to Improve Health

Summer is the time for holidays and vacations, a time when many people go to relax at the seaside in the wonderful Avaza national tourism zone. A trip to the sea is a joyful event that the whole family looks forward to. However, excessive sun exposure and increased water activity can negatively affect human body. According to medical experts, one of the most common problems of beach holidays is acute intestinal infections. Therefore, when swimming in the sea or pool, try not to swallow water. If possible, spend minimal time in the pool. And after swimming, be sure to take a shower using soap and a washcloth.

“Value your health...” (Magtymguly)

– Lead a healthy lifestyle and regularly drink clean drinking water. – Do physical exercises and sports and refrain from bad habits.

Protecting the human health

Remarkable achievements in the development of our country are inextricably linked with the great concern of the National Leader of the Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. Our Motherland is moving forward under the leadership of the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, who successfully implements the initiatives of our Hero-Arkadag. Significant progress was made in all sectors of the national economy, including the health system. The main goals of the system include prevention, detection and treatment of diseases, promotion of the principles of a healthy lifestyle, provision of the necessary medicines and other resources for the population, high life expectancy and preparation of skilful professionals for the health institutions. Special importance is attached to expanding international cooperation in the field of health in the Saglyk State Programme. To date, the medical workers of Turkmenistan reliably protect the health of the people, which represents the greatest value in the country. Thus, improving the health and wellbeing of the population, increasing the life expectancy, providing wide opportunities and conditions for protecting the national health, creating a perfect and highly efficient health system, and preventing diseases are the main tasks of the health system.

“Value your health…” (Magtymguly)

Sometimes on sunny days the air temperature becomes very warm, and high ambient air temperatures may cause some people to experience discomfort, which is manifested by increased sensitivity. To prevent hot spring days from having a negative impact on your health, you need to consult a doctor and to monitor your blood pressure. Those who suffer from chronic diseases of the cardiovascular system, the elderly and children must follow the rules of the daily routine.

Sun and Heat Strokes

On sunny summer days, the air temperature becomes very hot, and the increased air temperature may cause some people to experience discomfort. To prevent hot days from having a negative impact on your health, you need to consult a doctor and monitor your blood pressure. Especially persons with chronic diseases of the cardiovascular system, the elderly and children should observe the following rules. • Do not go outside during the hottest part of the day.

International Yoga Day was held in our capital

On June 21, an event was held in the capital's Olympic town on the occasion of the International Day of Yoga. At the beginning of the event organized by the Embassy of India in Turkey, the Minister of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan and the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of India to Turkmenistan spoke with congratulatory words to the people on the International Day of Yoga. Along with congratulations on the occasion of the International Day, the benefits of yoga for the human body and soul were discussed. As part of the event, the participants performed yoga exercises under the open sky at the stadium of the Olympic campus in the early morning , following the master classes of the coach .

Take Care of Your Health both on Weekdays and on Holidays

The Turkmen summer does not favour us with cool weather and the thermometer is creeping up every day. In the coming days, according to weather forecasters, high temperatures are expected. On such days, do not forget about the rules of behaviour in hot weather. Try to limit your time outdoors, especially between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. If this is not possible, choose the shaded sides of the streets and be sure to cover your head with a hat or use a sun umbrella and apply special water-based sunscreen cosmetics that reflect ultraviolet radiation and do not interfere with skin breathing.

The basis for health

The national health system has achieved huge success thanks to the great concern of the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov in the revival of the new epoch of the powerful state. In this context, the experience of specialists of Myrat Garryyev State Medical University of Turkmenistan and their instructions encourage young people to conduct scientific research. These measures create great opportunities for labour achievements. Students study advanced practices, master the latest information technologies, and conduct competitive and effective scientific work.

Improving population health literacy as a tool for disease prevention

Nurmuhammet AMANNEPESOV, Muhammet ERGESHOV, Ogulmahri GELDIYEVAMinistry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan, the Information center of the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan Health literacy, or medical literacy (ML), is a key part of the public health system and covers a wide range of human values-oriented activities. The Shanghai Declaration on Health Promotion, developed in 2016 as part of the WHO 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, states: “Health literacy empowers people and enables them to actively participate in various health-related activities”.

Pharmacoepidemiological studies of the use of antihypertensive drugs in patients with arterial hypertension

Orazgylych ORAZGYLYJOVDepartment of physical therapy, rehabilitation and sports medicine of SMUT named after M. Garryyev Arterial hypertension (AH) is a common disease among the population and, due to the high probability of developing cardiovascular complications, requires constant monitoring and, in most cases, continuous treatment in health houses [1, 2, 6].

Differential diagnosis of suppurative echinococcal cysts and bacterial liver abscesses

Nazar GARRYYEV, Gylychdurdy GURBANBERDIYEV, Serdar MAMMETYAZOVTreatment and consultative center named after S.A. Niyazov, Department of postgraduate training in surgery SMUT named after M. Garryyev Significant difficulties arising in the differentiation of suppurative echinococcal cysts and bacterial liver abscesses determine the need for constant improvement of diagnostic techniques [3, 5]. The predominance of similar imaging data of these types of focal liver formations reduces the diagnostic effectiveness of ultrasound and computed tomography, which are most often used in their differentiation [4, 6, 8].

Determination of predictors of the frequency of first-time atrial fibrillation after coronary artery bypass grafting

Rejepmyrat ALIYEVHospital with a scientific and clinical center of cardiology Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common arrhythmia after coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), occurring in approximately 27-33% of cases [1-3]. Although many studies have shown that the SYNTAX score can be used as a predicative indicator for a number of complications after CABG, such as myocardial infarction and stent thrombosis, few researches have been conducted on the use of this score as a new predictor of AF after CABG.

The effectiveness of diagnostic methods in determining soft tissue sarcoma

Annamyrat ANNAMUHAMMEDOV, Yanyl GUJUKBAYEVADepartment of radiation diagnostics, therapy and oncology of SMUT named after M. Garryyev, Scientific and clinical center of oncology Soft tissue sarcoma (STS) among all malignant neoplasms (MN) is 0,2-2,6%. Diagnostic methods for soft tissue sarcoma are different, but their features have not been studied individually and are an urgent problem in clinical oncology [7, 10, 11].

Peculiarities of tear production of residents of Turkmenistan depending on the season of the year

Gulnara GURBANOVAInternational educational-scientific center Due to the significant spread of dry eye syndrome in society, which is considered a “disease of civilization”, issues of diagnosis, treatment and new data on the study of the functioning of the lacrimal gland are of great interest. The prevalence of dry eye syndrome among the population of various countries in 2007 ranged from 5% to 30% [5, 7].