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View article: Knowledge and perceptions of uterine fibroids: A descriptive cross-sectional survey among women of childbearing age in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Knowledge and perceptions of uterine fibroids: A descriptive cross-sectional survey among women of childbearing age in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Open
Uterine fibroids are the leading cause of hysterectomies among women of childbearing age. This study aimed to elicit the knowledge and perceptions of childbearing women towards uterine fibroids. A quantitative, cross-sectional descriptive …
View article: Anti-Tyrosinase and Radical Scavenging Activities of Selected Cassipourea Plants and Isolated 7-Methoxygeranin A: Traditional Use as Skin Lighteners
Anti-Tyrosinase and Radical Scavenging Activities of Selected Cassipourea Plants and Isolated 7-Methoxygeranin A: Traditional Use as Skin Lighteners Open
While C. flanaganii demonstrated the strongest anti-tyrosinase activity, C. gummiflua showed the highest antioxidant potential. Emodin 6,8-dimethyl ether emerged as a promising candidate for skin-lightening applications, warranting …
View article: Knowledge and perceptions of uterine fibroids: A descriptive cross-sectional survey among women of childbearing age in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Knowledge and perceptions of uterine fibroids: A descriptive cross-sectional survey among women of childbearing age in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Open
Background Uterine fibroids are the leading cause of hysterectomies among women of childbearing age. This study aims to elicit the knowledge, attitude and perceptions of childbearing women towards uterine fibroids in order to provide empir…
View article: The Effect of Melasma on the Quality of Life in People with Darker Skin Types Living in Durban, South Africa
The Effect of Melasma on the Quality of Life in People with Darker Skin Types Living in Durban, South Africa Open
Melasma is a common skin disorder of acquired hyperpigmentation that appears commonly on the face. Although asymptomatic, melasma causes psychosocial and emotional distress. This study aimed to assess melasma's severity on people with…
View article: An Investigation into The Acute and Subacute Toxicity of Extracts of Cassipourea Flanaganii Stem Bark in vivo
An Investigation into The Acute and Subacute Toxicity of Extracts of Cassipourea Flanaganii Stem Bark in vivo Open
The conventional use of medicinal plants is in part based on the widespread belief that plant crude extracts are non-toxic. In South Africa, traditional preparations of Cassipourea flanaganii used to treat hypermelanosis have accordingly b…
View article: Treatment of Melasma on Darker Skin Types: A Scoping Review
Treatment of Melasma on Darker Skin Types: A Scoping Review Open
Melasma is a challenging chronic skin condition associated with hyperpigmentation and unknown aetiology. This scoping review maps evidence of available treatments and their effectiveness in darker skin types. A comprehensive, systematic on…
View article: Treatment of Melasma on Darker Skin Types: a Scoping Review
Treatment of Melasma on Darker Skin Types: a Scoping Review Open
Melasma is a challenging chronic skin condition associated with hyperpigmentation and un-known etiology. This scoping review mapped evidence of available treatments and their effectiveness in darker skin types. A comprehensive, systematic …