@article {2368, title = {Irritant-Induced Asthma: A Literature Review}, journal = {Pharmacognosy Journal}, volume = {16}, year = {2024}, month = {August 2024}, pages = {982-988}, type = {Review Article}, chapter = {982}, abstract = {

One of occupational illnesses is irritant-induced asthma (IIA), which IIA is a phenotype of asthma caused by the inhalation of irritant agents. The incidence of IIA is reported as 5-18\% of occupational asthma cases. In some cases, it is challenging to differentiate IIA from work-exacerbated asthma (WEA) because no specific diagnostic tests can determine whether a person has asthma caused by exposure to irritants. In any case of suspected IIA, the diagnosis of asthma should be confirmed by spirometry demonstrating airflow limitation with significant bronchodilator response or nonspecific bronchial hyperresponsiveness (NSBHR) to methacholine/histamine. IIA Management is similar to asthma management, including bronchodilator therapy and inhaled and/or systemic corticosteroids. Several studies recommend treating asthma in adults and adolescents with short-acting beta-agonists (SABA), adding a controller in the form of inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) as needed to reduce the risk of severe exacerbations and to control symptoms. This type of controller can be given regularly every day, or ICS-formoterol can be given as needed to relieve symptoms in mild asthma. Prevention that can be done at IIA includes health promotion, special protection, early diagnosis and early treatment, limitation of disabilities, and rehabilitation.

}, keywords = {Asthma, Bronchodilator, Health risk, Irritant exposure, Irritant-induced asthma, Occupational illness.}, doi = {10.5530/pj.2024.16.158}, author = {Yoni Frista Vendarani and Wiwin Is Effendi} } @article {2400, title = {Probabilistic Simulation and Sensitivity of Health Risks from Nickel and Cobalt Deposition Around the Mine}, journal = {Pharmacognosy Journal}, volume = {16}, year = {2024}, month = {October 2024}, pages = {1159-1163}, type = {Research Article}, chapter = {1159}, abstract = {

Background: Mining activities can produce large amounts of heavy metals that are discharged uncontrollably, causing widespread ecosystem pollution. Heavy metal pollution is a serious problem, as heavy metals are toxic and non-degradable, polluting air, water and soil. Although some heavy metals are considered essential for normal physiological functions, concentrations that exceed the prescribed limits can have negative impacts on human health and biota. Exposure to heavy metals can cause toxicity to various tissues, organs and systems such as circulatory, respiratory, endocrine, immune, nervous, urinary and reproductive systems. Due to the differences in toxicity of heavy metals, risk assessment is very important in environmental management. Objective: To describe the probabilistic simulation and sensitivity of health risks due to Nickel and Cobalt deposition around the mine using monte carlo simulation. Methods: The method used in this study was literature review. Data collection was done through searching online databases such as: Pubmed and Science Direct. The keywords used in the article search were "Heavy Metal Toxicity", "Heavy Metal Effects", "Heavy metal risk analysis" and "Monte Carlo Simulation". Inclusion criteria were quantitative or qualitative research, target population was heavy metals Nickel and Cobalt, published in the last 10 years (2013-2023) articles in English and articles in original, fulltext and open access. Exclusion criteria are articles that are not relevant to the topic of discussion. Results: 14 articles were found, of which 3 articles on diseases or health problems caused by nickel, 3 articles on nickel risk analysis, 5 articles on diseases or health problems caused by cobalt, 3 articles on cobalt risk analysis. Conclusion: The environment around the mine shows a high level of toxicity, caused by the presence of heavy metals. This can result in serious environmental pollution and pose a great threat to human health. Chronic exposure to heavy metals can cause various health problems, such as mutagenesis, carcinogenesis, teratogenesis, deformation and organ damage.

}, keywords = {Cobalt, Health risk, Heavy metal contamination, Monte Carlo Simulation, Nikel}, doi = {10.5530/pj.2024.16.189}, author = {Sherly Wulandari and Anwar Mallongi and Budimawan and Agus Bintara Birawida and Nur Nasry Noor and M. Alimin Maidin} } @article {2146, title = {Analysis of the Impact of Heat Stress on Embryo Development of Broiler: A Literature Review}, journal = {Pharmacognosy Journal}, volume = {15}, year = {2023}, month = {October 2023}, pages = {964-968}, type = {Review Article}, chapter = {964}, abstract = {

Temperature is an important factor in embryonic development because temperature plays a role in determining the overall development of the embryo. The effect of high temperature on the embryo will cause the embryo to make a defense by diverting some of its energy to form thermal homeostasis, which is a physiological response. The purpose of this study was to analyze heat stress on embryonic development. This study used a systematic literature review (SLR) following PRISMA guidelines and gathered the sample of papers through the PubMed databases using keywords categorized as heat, stress, and embryo. There were 31 papers used as samples. The result showed that hyperthermia in chickens caused an increase in heart rate per minute as a result of temperature pressure. It affects the hatching percentage, hatching time, weight, and mortality rate in chicken embryos. In summary, heat stress has an impact on embryonic development heat stress gives an impact on the development of embryos.

}, keywords = {Chicken, Embryo Development, Food security, Health risk, Heat Stress.}, doi = {10.5530/pj.2023.15.179}, author = {Maslichah Mafruchati and Nor Hayati Othman and Akhmad Kusuma Wardhana} } @article {1766, title = {Potential of Stem Cells in Overcoming Infertility Problems in Women}, journal = {Pharmacognosy Journal}, volume = {14}, year = {2022}, month = {April 2022}, pages = {296-300}, type = {Original Article}, chapter = {296}, abstract = {

Stem cells are characterized as cells with undifferentiated kinds that have the ability to differentiate into a variety of various cell types in response to the environment in which they are growing and develop (niche). Stem cells are classified into three broad categories based on their origin: extra-embryonic stem cells, which are derived from the amniotic fluid, umbilical cord and placenta; adult stem cells, which are derived from adult tissues such as blood, fat, bone marrow and skin; and embryonic stem cells, which are derived from the blastocyst. Stem cells exposed to certain suitable conditions will differentiate into 3 germ layers and also primordial germ cells. This is the basis for the latest research to obtain mature haploid gametes capable of developing into normal embryos and fetuses. Somatic Nuclear Cell Transfer (SNCT) technique is used to produce mature gametes so that the resulting cells contain cell nuclei with new genetic material. Infertility is a common problem that occurs with a prevalence of 10-15\% of couples of reproductive age. Causes of infertility in women include metabolic and hormonal disorders accompanied by interactions with environmental factors that reduce oocyte quality. This results in an increased rate of aneuploidy in the resultant oocytes and impairs the human implantation process. The main objective of this research is to enhance the understanding of stem cells in women{\textquoteright}s infertility. The method used in writing this review article is online literature studies obtained by accessing national and international scientific journals as well as scientific articles related to stem cells (Stem cells), infertility, women. From the results of this study, it can be seen the potential of stem cells (stem cells) in treating infertility in women. Further studies are needed, especially pre-clinical and clinical trials so that they can be widely applied.

}, keywords = {Health risk, Infertility therapy, Public Health, Somatic cell nuclear transfer (SNCT), Stem Cells}, doi = {10.5530/pj.2022.14.37}, author = {Maslichah Mafruchati and Jonathan Makuwia} }