Introduction: This is a report of non-secretory multiple myeloma in a young woman. Case report: A 39-year old pregnant woman presented with chest pain, weight loss, generalized joint pain, body weakness, bilateral knee join swelling and fractures of the left humerus and distal femur. Investigations revealed leukocytosis, elevated plasma alkaline phosphatase, negative serum protein electrophoresis and Bence Jones protein, anaemia and elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate. Skull X-ray showed moth-eaten appearance in keeping with myelomatosis. She had intrauterine foetal death; and was managed subsequently as a case of non-secretory multiple myeloma with chemotherapy and had a tremendous […]

Introduction: Congenital ectropion is a rare but usually benign condition in which the upper eyelid is turned outward. It may be associated with Down syndrome, congenital lid disorders such as blepharophimosis syndrome, congenital ichthyosis and birth trauma. We report this case to call attention to, and improve the understanding of various paediatric caregivers about this rare condition, and to encourage prompt referral to the specialists when it is diagnosed. Case Report: We report a case of congenital bilateral ectropion in a 6 year old boy with Down Syndrome. His condition was noticed at birth and he was admitted for two weeks from birth because of the eye; but was discharged home […]

Introduction: Helmets are known to mitigate the risk of traumatic brain injury and fatality among motorcyclists involved in road traffic crashes. Despite their proven effectiveness, the adoption of helmets remains low among commercial motorcyclists in many parts of Nigeria. This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practices (KAP) towards helmet usage among commercial motorcyclists in Osogbo metropolis, Osun State, Nigeria. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study involving 217 commercial motorcyclists was conducted using a multi-stage sampling technique. A pre-tested interviewer-administered semi-structured questionnaire was used to collect data on knowledge, attitude and […]