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Histopathological and Microbiological Changes in Chronic tonsillitis: Tissue Response to Infection Despite Effective Management-A Case Series

Abeer Elsherif, Yousef Hasen · Attahadi Medical Journal;

Palatine tonsils play a crucial role in the immune response to inhaled and ingested pathogens as part of Waldeyer's ring, which includes the nasopharyngeal tonsils (adenoids), lingual tonsils, tubal tonsils, and pharyng…

Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Bee Venom Acupuncture Therapy Among Patients in West of Libya

Somaia Elsaedi, Amnnah Ahmed, Ahlam Mohamed, Ayat Omar, Shaima Aburas, Hajer Ali, Abdulrhman Akasha · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Apitherapy is an alternate therapy that relies on the usage of honeybee products, most importantly bee venom for the treatment of many human diseases. Bee venom contains several active molecules such as peptides and enz…

Prevalence of Hepatitis C Virus and HIV among Libyans and Expatriates (Foreigners) in the City of Zawia, Libya

Asmahan Alfard, Fawzia Kahbar, Himedah Fheel Alboom, Najat Mansour, Mabroukah Khalleefah · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Libya has the longest coastline in the Mediterranean basin, which increases the risk of the spread of hepatitis C virus and AIDS. This is a public health problem that affects most of the world's population, including Li…

Drug Susceptibility Patterns of Uropathogens Isolates from Suspected UTI Patients Attending Zawia Medical Center, Libya

Nadya Elarusy, Nasreen Alarosi, Amnah Mohammed, Ibtisam Khapoli · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are among the common reasons for seeking medical attention in the community. Understanding the characteristics of uropathogens and their antimicrobial susceptibility pattern in a particul…

Antimicrobial Resistance Patterns of Escherichia coli Among Visitors of Pathology Centers in Gharyan

Almshawit, Hala, Shagshog, Retaj, Aldib, Hana, Areebi, Sarah, Tahar, Weam · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

The collection of comprehensive data is crucial for monitoring antimicrobial resistance (AMR) patterns and implementing targeted interventions. However, there is a lack of data regarding the AMR status of pathogens in L…

Papillary Thyroid Cancer: Prevalence, Diagnosis Methods, Symptoms and Management Options in Tripoli, Libya

Alshintari, Mohamed, Esraa Dhaw, Mayar Alagnaf · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Papillary thyroid cancer is the most common type of thyroid cancer, affecting the thyroid gland in the neck. It can cause the thyroid gland to swell and lead to symptoms such as difficulty swallowing and shortness of br…

Radiographic Assessment of the Quality of Root Canal Fillings Performed by undergraduate Dental Students in Tripoli, Libya: A Pilot Study

Sumaya Aghila, Mohamed Hshad, Mohamed Issa · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

The success of endodontic treatment is remarkably affected by the radiographic technical quality of the canal(s) filling. The pilot study aimed to assess the root canal fillings performed by fourth-year students at the…

Feeding Habits and Diet of Torquigener flavimaculosus (Hardy & Randall in 1983) along the Tobruk Coast in the Mediterranean Sea, Eastern Libya

Ayiman Bouhuweesh, Abdallah Belhassan, Ayiman Bilhassan · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

This study looked at the eating habits of 161 Torquigener flavimaculosus fish (from the Tetraodontidae family) living along the Tobruk Mediterranean coast. The research was done every month from January to December 2022…

Radioprotective Effects of Folic Acid on Hematological Parameters and Bone Marrow Histology in Male Rabbits Exposed to X-Ray Irradiation

Essam, Haiba, Abdulsayid, Muneerah, Alsunosi, Munay, Srgewa, Amal · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Ionizing radiation is known to induce significant damage to the hematopoietic system, primarily compromising bone marrow function. Folic acid plays a crucial role as a cofactor in one-carbon metabolism and various cellu…

Binomial Parameter Estimation: Asymptotic analysis of Normality and Confidence Regions Using Moments Estimators

Salma Saad, Kamilah Othman, Naeima Abdelati · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Confidence regions for binomial distributions are widely used in practical research. Extensive application has interested many statisticians in improving new methods for constructing these regions in asymptotic and exac…

Impact of Protein-Energy Wasting and Dietary Management on Complications in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients Undergoing Hemodialysis: A Study from Tripoli, Libya

Abuagela, Manal, Essarbout, Nadia · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Chronic Kidney Disease [CKD] is a severe, widely spread disease that leads to advanced kidney dysfunction, mainly at the advanced stage, necessitating interventions like dialysis or kidney transplantation. Lately, the r…

Organic Geochemistry of the Hot Shale Member of the Tanez-zuft Formation of wells B1-23 and Q1-23, Ghadames Basin, NW Libya with Regional Correlation

Abdulhamid Boshnyif, Osama Shaltami, Anis Belhaj, Mustafa Ben Hkoma · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

The present work is a source rock assessment of the Hot Shale Member of the Tanezzuft Formation (Early Silurian) using data obtained from wells B1-23 and Q1-23, Ghadames Basin, NW Libya. The geochemical data obtained fr…

Effectiveness of Metformin Monotherapy vs. Metformin-Insulin Combination on Glycemic Control for Type 2 Diabetes in Eastern Libya

Adnan Asheibi, Amhidi, Ahmed, Hamza Alasbily, Hwuida Maghoud, Ghada Hadiia · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Type 2 diabetes (T2D) management focuses on achieving optimal glycemic control to mitigate the risk of complications. Metformin monotherapy and metformin-insulin combination therapy are standard treatment approaches. Th…

Mathematical Modeling and Analysis of Diesel Hydrodesulfurization Kinetics for Sustainable Environmental Health Solutions

Najat Almabrouk, Alamin Abusbaiha, Najib Meftah, Ruqaia Sheliq · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Diesel remains a globally essential fuel, especially in transportation, yet its sulfur content poses significant environmental and health risks by forming sulfur oxides (SOx) during combustion. This study presents a mat…

Prevalence of Hepatitis B & C Viruses among Patients in Dialysis Centers in Zintan and Yefren Cities, Libya

Abubakeer, Adell, Alfaqi, Rahma, Alhagig, Elham, Mariam Ali, Alfliow, Ziad · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Patients on hemodialysis face a higher risk of viral hepatitis due to factors like frequent blood transfusions, prolonged vascular access, and exposure to infected patients and equipment. These issues pose significant c…

Effect of Folic Acid and Ascorbic Acid Supplementation on Hematological Parameters of Male Rabbits

Fayrouz Khaled, Ramadan Ali, Munay Asbaaq · Attahadi Medical Journal;

Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) and folic acid (Vitamin B9) are essential micronutrients involved in hematopoiesis, immune function, and antioxidant defense. Ascorbic acid enhances iron absorption and red blood cell (RBC) pro…

Estimate Expression Levels of LPA Receptor 1, and LPA Receptor 2 Genes Epithelial Ovarian Cancer Cell Lines Using qPCR and Immunocytochemistry Approach

Thaera Fruka, Mustafa Esmaio, Donovan Hiss, Okopi Ekpo, Faghri Februrary · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Epithelial ovarian carcinoma accounts for the highest number of mortalities among patients with ovarian cancer. However, the molecular mechanisms fundamental to Epithelial Ovarian Cancer (EOC) tumorigenesis are presentl…

Quality Evaluation of Some Selected Commercially Imported Honey Available in Libyan Markets

Ismail Ajaj, Kalthoum Awn, Khalleefah, Wafa, Mahasn Kubbat, Hanan Mosbah, Huda Jelani · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

The present work was conducted to evaluate the quality of ten brands of honey commercially available in the Libyan market. The moisture, color intensity, ash content, pH, and hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF) content were det…

The Maximal Oxygen Uptake and Lactate Threshold in Anaerobic Exercise: A Sub-Athletic Case Study

Kahmasi, Masoud · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

This case study was aimed to study and establish the physiological variables caused by incremental endurance training of one sub-athletic male subject. It was designed to test the lactate threshold [LT], economy and max…

Prevalence of Cow Milk Protein Allergy among Libyan Asthmatic Children

Soad Alhadi, Ola Elzigallai, Hisham Alrabty · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Coexistent food allergy and asthma is a significant burden in the pediatric population, and the incidences of both have increased dramatically over the past two decades. Cow milk protein allergy is the most common aller…

In Vitro Evaluation of the Fracture Strength among Three Different Denture Base Materials

Narjes Mohsen, Mohamed Elmaroush, Sarra Ben Hamida, Fatima Abusua · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Failure in the form of denture fracture is commonly encountered by both removable prosthodontics wearers and dentists, it is mainly attributed to material properties, technical features, stresses while in function or du…

The Pattern and Prevalence of Dyslipidemia among Type 2 Diabetic Patients Attending Diabetes Clinic at Tripoli University Hospital

Najwa Rhayem, Monia Ramah · Attahadi Medical Journal;

This study aims to determine the prevalence and patterns of dyslipidemia in diabetic patients attending diabetes clinic at Tripoli university hospital. A total of 213 patients were included in this cross-sectional study…

Effect of Tunable Dielectric Properties of the Core on Optical Bistability within Spherical Composite of Metal and Dielectric Nanoparticles

ABOMA, HAWI · Jefore Ethiopian Journal of Applied Sciences;

This paper explores how tunable dielectric properties in the core influence the enhancement factor of the local field, induced optical bistability, and its domain in spherical metal-dielectric nanocomposites. Mathematic…

Effect of Shoot Pruning and In-row Spacing on Yield and Fruit Size of Eggplant (Solanum melongena L.) at Gode, South Eastern Ethiopia

Nuraga, Gizachew · Jefore Ethiopian Journal of Applied Sciences;

Eggplant (Solanum melongena L.) is a cultivated herb of solanaceae family, which is related to tomato, pepper and Irish potato. A field experiment was conducted to study the effect of spacing and shoot pruning on yield…

Libyan Collections in Foreign Herbaria

Farag El-Mokasabi, Naser Omar, Ebtesam El-Garary · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

The objectives of the study were to confine specimens that were deposited in foreign herbaria. The study showed there are thousands of specimens collected from all over Libya by researchers and herbalists who studied th…