The perception of diabetics in Saudi Arabia about complications of diabetes in the eyes 2022-2023

Arwa M. Alamri; Saja K. Alsaqer; Ahmed M. Alzahrani; Osama S. Zamzami; Jawaher A. Almusallam; Abdulrahman Y. Alammar; Mohammed M. Alqahtani; Sarah A. Alghamdi; Amani E. Badawi; Saeed T. Alshahrani

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IJMDC. 2024; 8(1): 084-089

doi: 10.24911/IJMDC.51-1697494076

The perception of diabetics in Saudi Arabia about complications of diabetes in the eyes 2022-2023

Arwa M. Alamri, Saja K. Alsaqer, Ahmed M. Alzahrani, Osama S. Zamzami, Jawaher A. Almusallam, Abdulrahman Y. Alammar, Mohammed M. Alqahtani, Sarah A. Alghamdi, Amani E. Badawi, Saeed T. Alshahrani.

Abstract
Objective:
This study aimed to assess the knowledge and awareness of diabetic patients in Saudi Arabia regarding ocular complications, their practice of routine eye examinations, and diabetes management.
Methods:
A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 430 diabetic patients in various regions of Saudi Arabia. An internet-based questionnaire was used to collect data.
Results:
The study revealed that 38.5% diabetic patients had excellent knowledge about ocular complications, 31.4% had average knowledge, 21.4% had poor knowledge, and 8.7% had no knowledge. Diabetic patients demonstrated higher levels of knowledge and better practices for eye exams and diabetes management compared to healthy individuals. Furthermore, a significant association was found between knowledge levels and the diagnosis of diabetic retinopathy. Education level was also correlated with knowledge, with individuals holding master's or PhD degrees showing the highest awareness.
Conclusion:
This study highlighted the importance of targeted education and awareness initiatives for diabetic patients, particularly those with lower education levels, to improve their knowledge of ocular complications. Routine eye examinations are crucial for early detection and treatment of ocular problems in diabetic patients. Early diagnosis of diabetic retinopathy is essential for better ocular outcomes. The findings provide valuable insights for healthcare providers and policymakers to enhance diabetes education and awareness programs in Saudi Arabia.

Key words: Perception, Diabetes, Saudi Arabia, complications, eyes.

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Alamri AM, Alsaqer SK, Alzahrani AM, Zamzami OS, Almusallam JA, Alammar AY, Alqahtani MM, Alghamdi SA, Badawi AE, Alshahrani ST. The perception of diabetics in Saudi Arabia about complications of diabetes in the eyes 2022-2023. IJMDC. 2024; 8(1): 084-089. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1697494076

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Alamri AM, Alsaqer SK, Alzahrani AM, Zamzami OS, Almusallam JA, Alammar AY, Alqahtani MM, Alghamdi SA, Badawi AE, Alshahrani ST. The perception of diabetics in Saudi Arabia about complications of diabetes in the eyes 2022-2023. https://www.ijmdc.com/?mno=173352 [Access: May 12, 2024]. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1697494076

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Alamri AM, Alsaqer SK, Alzahrani AM, Zamzami OS, Almusallam JA, Alammar AY, Alqahtani MM, Alghamdi SA, Badawi AE, Alshahrani ST. The perception of diabetics in Saudi Arabia about complications of diabetes in the eyes 2022-2023. IJMDC. 2024; 8(1): 084-089. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1697494076

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Alamri AM, Alsaqer SK, Alzahrani AM, Zamzami OS, Almusallam JA, Alammar AY, Alqahtani MM, Alghamdi SA, Badawi AE, Alshahrani ST. The perception of diabetics in Saudi Arabia about complications of diabetes in the eyes 2022-2023. IJMDC. (2024), [cited May 12, 2024]; 8(1): 084-089. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1697494076

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Alamri, A. M., Alsaqer, . S. K., Alzahrani, . A. M., Zamzami, . O. S., Almusallam, . J. A., Alammar, . A. Y., Alqahtani, . M. M., Alghamdi, . S. A., Badawi, . A. E. & Alshahrani, . S. T. (2024) The perception of diabetics in Saudi Arabia about complications of diabetes in the eyes 2022-2023. IJMDC, 8 (1), 084-089. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1697494076

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Alamri, Arwa M., Saja K. Alsaqer, Ahmed M. Alzahrani, Osama S. Zamzami, Jawaher A. Almusallam, Abdulrahman Y. Alammar, Mohammed M. Alqahtani, Sarah A. Alghamdi, Amani E. Badawi, and Saeed T. Alshahrani. 2024. The perception of diabetics in Saudi Arabia about complications of diabetes in the eyes 2022-2023. International Journal of Medicine in Developing Countries, 8 (1), 084-089. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1697494076

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Alamri, Arwa M., Saja K. Alsaqer, Ahmed M. Alzahrani, Osama S. Zamzami, Jawaher A. Almusallam, Abdulrahman Y. Alammar, Mohammed M. Alqahtani, Sarah A. Alghamdi, Amani E. Badawi, and Saeed T. Alshahrani. "The perception of diabetics in Saudi Arabia about complications of diabetes in the eyes 2022-2023." International Journal of Medicine in Developing Countries 8 (2024), 084-089. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1697494076

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Alamri, Arwa M., Saja K. Alsaqer, Ahmed M. Alzahrani, Osama S. Zamzami, Jawaher A. Almusallam, Abdulrahman Y. Alammar, Mohammed M. Alqahtani, Sarah A. Alghamdi, Amani E. Badawi, and Saeed T. Alshahrani. "The perception of diabetics in Saudi Arabia about complications of diabetes in the eyes 2022-2023." International Journal of Medicine in Developing Countries 8.1 (2024), 084-089. Print. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1697494076

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Alamri, A. M., Alsaqer, . S. K., Alzahrani, . A. M., Zamzami, . O. S., Almusallam, . J. A., Alammar, . A. Y., Alqahtani, . M. M., Alghamdi, . S. A., Badawi, . A. E. & Alshahrani, . S. T. (2024) The perception of diabetics in Saudi Arabia about complications of diabetes in the eyes 2022-2023. International Journal of Medicine in Developing Countries, 8 (1), 084-089. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1697494076

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