Socio-Demographic Features and Knowledge of Diabetes Mellitus among Diabetic Patients in Kuwait

1997 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 65-76 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mahmoud Al-Bustan ◽  
Sobia Majeed ◽  
Milad S. Bitar ◽  
Adnan Al-Asousi
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Educational Achievement ◽  
Diabetes Education ◽  
Sample Survey ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Male Ratio ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Individual Knowledge ◽  
Treatment Of Diabetes

Objective: To determine the socio-demographic profile and assess knowledge about the nature, symptoms, complications, and treatment of diabetes mellitus among diabetic patients in Kuwait. Methods and Results: A cross-sectional sample survey of 788 patients attending specialized diabetic clinics was conducted in 1995. Kuwaitis were significantly more represented in this sample than in the general population (52.5% versus 37%). Female to male ratio among Kuwait population was 1.07 and among non-Kuwaitis it was 0.28. Age at diagnosis ranged between sixteen to eighty years with a mean of 48 ± 10.8 years. Overall knowledge was assessed by percentage of correct responses for individual knowledge questions. There was no significant difference in knowledge of diabetes seen among Kuwaitis (66%) and non-Kuwaitis (64%). No sex difference in knowledge was seen. Knowledge about diabetes was highest among diabetic patients with increasing educational achievement but lowest with advancing age. Conclusion: Most patients lack a lot of information that could have a significant impact on their motivation and ability to remain healthy. To overcome this growing problem, instructing a standard diabetes education system was found to be one way of improving in morbidity due to diabetes and reduced hospital admission.

scholarly journals Quality of Life in Type 2 Diabetic Patients

2014 ◽  
Vol 31 (3) ◽  
pp. 193-200 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ana Spasić ◽  
Radmila Veličković Radovanović ◽  
Aleksandra Catić Đorđević ◽  
Nikola Stefanović ◽  
Tatjana Cvetković
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Type 2 Diabetic Patients ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Type 2 Diabetic

Summary The presence of diabetes mellitus leads to a decrease in life quality in all domains. The aim of our study was to evaluate the quality of life (QOL) in diabetic patients and the factors affecting it in type 2 diabetic mellitus patients. We conducted a cross-sectional study that included 86 patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus, in the territory of the City of Niš. Health-related QOL of patients was measured using the short form survey (SF-36) that produces an 8-scale health profile. The average duration of diabetes was 12.76±8.08 years. The best QOL in all areas was observed in patients diagnosed with diabetes less than 10 years ago p<0.05) and younger than 65 years. Male respondents perceived a better QOL compared to women, especially in the vitality and pain domains. The patients with comorbidity (93.64%) had lower QOL score in all domains. There was no significant difference in the QOL of patients with diabetes compared to the level of education. High QOL represents an ultimate goal and an important outcome of all medical interventions in diabetic patients. Factors related to lower QOL included: older age, female gender, and existence of comorbidities. Uncontrolled diabetic patients had a lower QOL than controlled diabetics.

scholarly journals Dietary practices in type 2 diabetes patients at Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh: a cross-sectional study

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (8) ◽  
pp. 3423
Author(s):  
Rama Singodiya Lodha ◽  
Smriti Singh ◽  
Dinesh Kumar Pal ◽  
Manju Toppo ◽  
Shipra Verma ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Diabetes Patient ◽  
Consumption Pattern ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Dietary Practices ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Mean

Background: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a rapidly growing health problem in India. Diet and physical activity are important modifiable risk factors affecting the incidence, severity and management of DM. The aim of the study was to assess diet of diabetes mellitus patients. 87 adults from a cohort of diabetic patients attending the Medical Clinics at the Hamidia Hospital Bhopal were invited for the study.Methods: Information about their nutritional status & food consumption pattern was taken by 24-hour dietary recall and food frequency questionnaire. Data was analysed using Epi Info and MS Excel. Frequency counts and percentages were used to describe the demographic characteristics of the participants while the significance difference in between male and female participants. The significance level was set at P <0.05 and 0.01. Statistical analysis used:  MS Excel and Epi Info.Results: The study sample was 87 out of which 56 were females and 31 were males; mean age of DM patients was 48.21±12.98.The mean energy intake was 1386.52 kcal and 1125.79 kcal among male and female. The mean protein intake was 68.71 g and 50.50 among male and female diabetics. There was significant difference between male and female age. There were no significant difference in body mass index and waist hip ratio between male and female. 30 (34.5%) & 16 (18.4%) were overweight and obese respectively.Conclusions: Based on these findings, the dietary practices of diabetic patients are inadequate and require improvement. Education and counselling about diet of a diabetes patient is needed. 

scholarly journals A STUDY OF LIPID PROFILE IN DIABETES MELLITUS TYPE-2 PATIENTS

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (11) ◽  
Author(s):  
Vipin Kumar ◽  
Maya Pensiya ◽  
V B Singh
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Lipid Profile ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Sugar Levels ◽  
And Control

Background: To study the lipid profile in diabetes mellitus in type 2 Diabetes mellitus patients. Methods: This is a cross sectional case control study. 100 patients of type 2 diabetes mellitus and 100 age and sex matched healthy controls were taken. Lipid profile were done in cases and controls using appropriate tests. Results: The fasting blood sugar levels in all the diabetics were significantly higher as compare to control. There was significant difference in mean HDL, Triglycerides level in diabetic and control patients. There was no significant difference in LDL, Cholesterol level in Diabetic and control patients. Conclusion: We concluded that there is a high prevalence of elevated lipid levels among the diabetic patients. Keywords: Diabetes Mellitus -2, Cholesterol, Lipid Profile

scholarly journals A Traditional and Complementary Medicine (T&CM) Use and Its Association with Diabetic Control among Diabetic Patient in SingleCenter

2020 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohd Al-Baqlish ◽  
Nurain Zainab Zainal Abidin ◽  
Nur Syahirah Abdul Rahim ◽  
Nur Tasnem Binti Rusdi ◽  
Ridzuan Said
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Complementary Medicine ◽  
Diabetic Control ◽  
Influential Factors ◽  
Health Concern ◽  
P Value ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Fisher Exact Test ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significant Difference

Introduction: Diabetes Mellitus is a major global health concern worldwide with increasing trend as reported in the National Health Morbidity Survey 2015. Due to the fact that diabetes mellitus is a life long chronic illness and incurable, it contributes to the increased tendency of seeking Traditional  Complementary Medicine (TCM). The objective of this study is to measure the prevalence of CM use among diabetic patients and its association with diabetic control. Materials and Method:  A cross-sectional study was performed at Hospital Tengku Ampuan Afzan, between July to August 2018. 136 Type II adult diabetic patients in medical ward and diabetic clinic were interviewed regarding the use of CM, and their blood investigations results were collected from patients' medical records. A data collection form was used as the study instrument. Descriptive statistic was used to measure the prevalence while Fisher exact test and Independent t-test were used to find associations between CM usage with study background and diabetic control. Results: Low prevalence of Traditional  Complementary Medicine use (16.9%) was found with retired group of respondents was identified to be the predominant group (p-value=0.025). Majority of patients used CM as an additional treatment for diabetes (60.9%). Friends, family members and advertisement were the main influential factors in starting and using CM. A significant difference in eGFR value was reported between inpatient and outpatient CM users with a p-value of 0.001. No positive association was observed for HbA1c level. Conclusion: 1 in every 6 diabetic patients in HTAA, Kuantan were using Traditional Complementary Medicine along with conventional diabetic medications in which retirees were the major group identified. eGFR was the diabetic control parameter that had been found to have a significant association with diabetic inpatients and outpatient CM users in this study.

scholarly journals Gender Variation of Lipid Profiles of Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients attended at a Specialized Diabetic Hospital in Dhaka

2015 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 34-38 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roksana Yeasmin ◽  
Nazmun Nahar ◽  
MA Muttalib ◽  
Md. Nizamul Hoque Bhuiyan ◽  
ATM Zoadur Rahim Zahid ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Blood Sugar ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Physiological Level ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Difference

Background: The pattern of dyslipidemia varies among the patients of type 2 of diabetes mellitus. Objective: The purpose of the present study was to observe gender difference of lipid abnormalities in type-2 Diabetes Mellitus patients.Methodology: This cross sectional comparative study was conducted in the OPD of Department of medicine at BIRDEM, Dhaka from January, 2014 to July, 2014 for a period of six months. Convenient purposive sampling method was used and data assessed in a prospective manner. Blood sugar (FBS, ABF), lipid profile (TG, TC, LDLC, and HDLC) were measured. Statistical analyses were performed with the SPSS software program.Results: A total number of 400 type 2 DM patients (200 males and 200 females) attending to BIRDEM OPD were recruited in this study. Blood sugar was higher than normal in both male and female (FBS=8.79±.20, 8.64±0.22 respectively and ABF=12.15±0.27, 11.8±0.29 mmol/l respectively). TG level was also higher in two groups of study subjects with male level is slightly more than female (194.99±6.72 and 185.21±15.51 respectively) with no significant difference between the groups (P>.05). Total cholesterol and LDL-C level was within normal physiological level in both groups, where as these levels were higher in female in comparison to male (TC=184.44±3.33 &166.16±3.04 respectively, LDLC=109.68±2.59 & 88.66±2.59 respectively), showing significant difference between the groups (P=.000). HDL-C was below normal in both male (38.28± 48) and female (39.02±2.59); however HDL-C was slightly higher in female than male and the difference was insignificant (p=.330). Conclusion: In conclusion dyslipidemia were observed in a greater proportion of female diabetic patients than male diabetic patients.Journal of Current and Advance Medical Research, 2015;2(2):34-38

scholarly journals Spirometric Indices in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients in a Nigerian Tertiary Institution

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 10-14
Author(s):  
Adekunle O. Adeoti ◽  
Taiwo H. Raimi ◽  
Joseph O. Fadare ◽  
Raphael Ibidapo
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Communicable Disease ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Tertiary Institution ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significant Difference

Background: Diabetes mellitus is a non-communicable disease of global health importance. It is a metabolic disorder caused by increased levels of blood glucose over a prolonged period of time. Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is usually associated with obesity and insulin resistance. Several studies have also revealed that diabetes mellitus hampers pulmonary functions. This study was aimed at estimating the spirometric indices in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients. Methods: A cross-sectional study of T2DM patients and apparently healthy control attending the medical outpatient clinic in a tertiary institution in south western Nigeria. Results: A total of 146 participants with 73 patients with T2DM and 73 control groups. There were no significant differences in the age, body mass index, and gender distribution of the diabetics and control. However, patients with diabetes had higher SBP (133.2±20.17 mmHg vs 111.6±6.5 mmHg p<0.0001), and DBP (78.4±11.8mmHg vs 73.7±6.3 mmHg, p=0.003) when compared to the control. The mean FEV (1.98±0.5 vs 2.09±1.2, p=0.033), FVC (2.35±0.6 vs 2.53±1.3, p=0.045) and FEV/FVC ratio (83.61±7.2 vs 81.14±10.7, p=0.029) were significantly lower in diabetic patients when compared to matched controls. There was no significant difference in the PEF and FEF of both groups. Conclusion: Type 2 diabetes mellitus patients had significant decrease in their spirometric indices, hence pulmonary function should be included in the periodic comprehensive diabetic check for holistic management.

A cross sectional study on assessment of risk of diabetes mellitus using Indian diabetic risk score in a medical college teaching hospital

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 32-40
Author(s):  
Singam Sivasankar Reddy ◽  
Syeda Rahath ◽  
Rakshitha H N ◽  
Godson K Lal ◽  
Swathy S ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
High Risk ◽  
Risk Score ◽  
Hospital Setting ◽  
College Teaching ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Patient Counselling ◽  
Related Quality

The objective of the study was to evaluate the risk of diabetes mellitus in elderlywith age above 20 years in a hospital setting using Indian Diabetes risk score and to provide patient counselling regarding their life style modifications and health related quality of life among participants with high risk of developing diabetes.A total of 125 non diabetic patients were interviewed with a pre designed selfstructured questionnaire (IDRS). Participants were chosen voluntarily and a written consent was obtained before the administration of the questionnaire from individual patients. In our study we observed that out of 125 patients,males 26[59%]and 18[41%] females were at high risk, males 39[58.2%] and 28[41.8%] females were at moderate risk, males 5[35.7%] and 9[64.3%] females were at low risk of developing diabetes mellitus.

THE PREVALENCE OF HYPERTENSION IN DIABETIC AND NON-DIABETIC STROKE PATIENTS IN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL OF DISTRICT SWAT, PAKISTAN

1969 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 187-191
Author(s):  
Sahibzada Saeed Jan ◽  
Taj Muhammad Khan ◽  
Alamzeb ◽  
Izaz-urrahman ◽  
Amanullah ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Community Hospital ◽  
Macrovascular Disease ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Elevated Blood ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Stroke Patients ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Hospital District

Background: As hypertension is the most important risk factor for stroke, it is generally considered to beasymptomatic condition and require lifetime therapy which may include chemotherapy and lifestylechanges. Hypertension also clearly contributes to the risk of macrovascular disease in patients with type-IIdiabetes mellitus. Therefore, the present study was conducted to evaluate the prevalence of hypertension indiabetic and non-diabetic stroke patients in community hospital district Swat. Methodology: This was a cross-sectional study, comprised of 100 subjects, 50 were diabetic and 50 werenon-diabetic stroke patients of ages between 28 to 90 years. The blood sugar (random and fasting), bloodpressure (systolic and diastolic) of Diabetic stroke subjects were compared with Non-diabetic strokesubjects. Results: The prevalence of hypertension was significantly high in diabetic stroke subject as compared tonon-diabetic stroke subjects. Conclusion: Diabetic patients with persistently elevated blood pressure are more prone to develop stroke ascompared to non diabetic with hypertension KEYWORDS:Stroke, Diabetes mellitus, hypertension.

Correlation of salivary neopterin and plasma fibrinogen levels in patients with chronic periodontitis and/or type 2 diabetes mellitus

Pteridines ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 28 (3-4) ◽  
pp. 177-183 ◽  
Author(s):  
Angel Fenol ◽  
V.R. Swetha ◽  
Sajitha Krishnan ◽  
Jayachandran Perayil ◽  
Rajesh Vyloppillil ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Chronic Periodontitis ◽  
Study Groups ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Potential Biomarker ◽  
Whole Saliva ◽  
Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy ◽  
Significant Difference

AbstractNeopterin is a novel predictor for coronary events especially in diabetic patients and also an indicator for the effectiveness of the periodontal treatment. In this study, we assessed whether salivary neopterin can be used as a potential biomarker in evaluating the risk of cardiovascular disease in type 2 diabetic patients with chronic periodontitis. Forty subjects between 25 and 75 years of age and who matched the criteria were selected and divided into four groups. Their periodontal status was evaluated. Stimulated whole saliva and blood were collected for analysis of salivary neopterin and fibrinogen and HbA1c levels, respectively. Nonsurgical periodontal therapy was carried out. Patients were recalled after 3 months, and the same procedure was repeated. A reduction in all the parameters was seen after treatment in all the four groups. Salivary neopterin levels showed significant difference (p<0.001) in the values between the study groups and the control group before treatment. After 3 months of treatment, salivary neopterin levels showed a statistical significant reduction (p<0.001) in all the study groups. Neopterin could serve as an effective tool to assess the inflammatory process related to periodontitis and diabetes mellitus and also predict future cardiovascular events in diabetic patients.

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