Risk factors associated with poor glycemic control in patients with type two Diabetes mellitus in Zakho city

Rashad, Brisik H; Abdi, Basheer A.; Naqid, Ibrahim A.; Hussein, Nawfal R; Ibrahim, Zubaida A; Rashad, Jodi A; Saleem, Shangist M; Saleh, Avan S; Mustafa, Alaa A

doi:10.22317/jcms.v7i3.970

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“…In this study, we found that male gender was associated with higher level of misconceptions. Our results support a previously conducted research in the Kurdistan region that found male patients to have a higher level of poor glycaemic control [22]. Individuals may not make the right decision when it comes to DM management if they have a high level of myths about the disease [23,24].…”

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False Beliefs About Diabetes Mellitus in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq: A Population-Based Study

Rashad,

Abdi,

Naqid

et al. 2023

Galician med. j.

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Background. Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a chronic, non-transmissible health condition distinguished by high blood glucose levels caused by faulty insulin secretion and impaired insulin activity. People play an essential role in preventing and managing their illnesses. Thus, the misconceptions may negatively influence the prevention and management of DM. The aim of this study was to gauge the extent of knowledge among the general population concerning DM, to determine the prevalence of misconceptions about DM in the community, and to find the factors influencing them. Methods. A population-based study was conducted in Duhok Province, the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. A total of 2,305 adults were enrolled in the study. The study data were collected by face-to-face interview. The survey questionnaire comprised two sections: the first section included basic demographic characteristics of participants, while the second section consisted of ten questions to identify common misconceptions about DM among participants. Results. Among the participants, there were 1,406 (61.0%) females. Participants’ age ranged from 18 to 90 years (the mean age: 54 ± 13.69 years). The most common misconceptions positively responded to were “Will I become addicted to insulin if I start taking it?”, followed by“ Does DM occur because of increased sugar intake?”. Male gender was associated with higher level of misconceptions. In addition, the misconceptions were more prevalent among diabetics as they might seek treatment from non-professionals. There was a significant association between education status and the prevalence of misconceptions. Healthcare workers were found to have a better knowledge about DM compared to the general population. Surprisingly, certain myths were prevalent even among healthcare workers. Conclusions. Certain myths and misconceptions have been pervasive in our society. Actions must be taken to dispel these misconceptions as they lead to an avoidable burden of disease. Therefore, people’s knowledge of DM needs to be enhanced through educational programs, social media, television, newspapers and campaigns.

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confidence: 87%