Determinants of body weight changes during Ramadan fasting in India amid COVID-19: A cross-sectional study.

Ramadan intermittent fasting (RIF) presents unique challenges and opportunities for public health and clinical practice, especially in populations with a high prevalence of non-communicable diseases. This study aims to investigate the impact of RIF on weight change among Indian Muslims and explore the associated demographic, dietary, and behavioral factors. A cross-sectional survey was conducted with a sample of Indian Muslim adults who observed RIF. Participants were asked to report their demographic information, family and personal health history, and dietary and lifestyle behaviors before and during Ramadan month. The primary outcome was body weight change, with secondary outcomes including changes in dietary patterns, physical activity, and other health-related lifestyle behaviors. The study found that during Ramadan, nearly half of the participants (48.5%) self-reported a retained initial weight, while a significant fraction (30.9%) self-reported a modest weight reduction between 0.5 to 2.5 kg at the end of Ramadan. Additionally, self-reported eating practices demonstrated moderately altered by about half (48.4%) of the study participants, with 32.2% reporting minor changes and 8.2% indicating substantial changes. An urban residence was associated with a higher likelihood of weight gain, where urban residents showed 3 times the odds of increased weight compared to rural inhabitants. Employment status emerged as a significant determinant for weight fluctuation, influencing both weight gain and loss. During Ramadan, there was a significant rise in snacking frequency, increasing from 21.7% to 32.6% in comparison with pre-Ramadan. The consumption of large quantities of food more frequently grew from 14.9% to 36%, and the incidence of eating despite not being hungry went up from 17.4% to 33.2%. The study demonstrates that RIF is associated with variable changes in body weight among adult Indian Muslims, influenced by urbanization, employment status, and dietary changes. The findings suggest that clinicians should provide tailored advice about body weight regulation during Ramadan and consider integrating community-based health initiatives within religious settings to improve health outcomes.

A case report on autoimmune polyglandular syndrome type 2 with pernicious anemia.

Autoimmune polyglandular syndrome type 2 (APS II) is a rare autoimmune disease that affects many endocrine glands. We present a case of a 32-year-old man with Addison's disease, autoimmune thyroiditis, and pernicious anemia. Multi-line and timely management are crucial for each association.

Brown tumor of the knee as the first presentation of primary hyperparathyroidism caused by parathyroid adenoma: A case report.

Brown tumor of the knee is a focal benign cystic lesion of bone. The etiopathogenesis of brown tumor is believed to be abnormal bone metabolism in patients with hyperparathyroidism. We present a case of a 32-year-old male with recurrent knee pain, weakness of the lower limb and a nodular mass on left inferior lobe of thyroid. Timely identification of the underlying cause and localization of lesion(s) is important because the management and prognosis vary based on the etiology. The diagnosis of a brown tumor is the result of the sum of the medical history of patients with clinical, radiographic imaging, histopathological, hematological, and biochemical laboratory investigations.

'Man-in-the-barrel' syndrome: a case report of bilateral arm paresis following cardiac arrest.

'Man-in-the-barrel syndrome' (MIBS) is a neurological phenotype with brachial diplegia, normal sensation, and preserved motor function of the lower limb. Severe hypotension leading to watershed infarctions leading to this phenotype has been reported. The pathogenesis of MIBS is believed to be cerebral hypoperfusion leading to border zone infarctions between the territories of the anterior and middle cerebral arteries. Case Report and Discussion: A 49-year-old chronic alcoholic hypertensive Indian male was evaluated for barrel syndrome after a cardiac arrest. MRI confirmed hyperintensities between the territories of the anterior and middle cerebral arteries bilaterally. Conclusion: Person in barrel syndrome is a rare neurological syndrome. MIB is common after cerebral hypoperfusion and carries a poor prognosis. Identification of the underlying cause is important because the management and prognosis vary based on the etiology.

Harlequin ichthyosis: A case report and literature review.

Harlequin ichthyosis is a rare autosomal recessive disorder occurring in 1: 3,000,000 birth characterized by thick keratin skin with a scaly appearance. Preterm deliveries, early, and consanguinity of marriage are some risk factors. Antenatal checkup of DNA for ABCA12 mutation helps in diagnosis but ultrasonography in places was not available.