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ArticleJournal of pharmacy & bioallied sciences2025

Investigating Awareness, Risk Factors, and Management of Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy: An All-Inclusive Cross-Sectional Study in Saudi Arabia.

Ibrahim A E Ibrahim, Mubarak Faleh S Alshahrani, Saeed Nasser Saeed Alshahrani, Ammar Nasser S Alamri, Ali Moshref Ali Alamri, Saeed Faleh Alshahrani

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Ibrahim A E IbrahimDepartment of Family and Community Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Bisha, Bisha - 61922, Saudi Arabia.
Mubarak Faleh S AlshahraniDepartment of Family and Community Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Bisha, Bisha - 61922, Saudi Arabia.
Saeed Nasser Saeed AlshahraniDepartment of Family and Community Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Bisha, Bisha - 61922, Saudi Arabia.
Ammar Nasser S AlamriDepartment of Family and Community Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Bisha, Bisha - 61922, Saudi Arabia.
Ali Moshref Ali AlamriDepartment of Family and Community Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Bisha, Bisha - 61922, Saudi Arabia.
Saeed Faleh AlshahraniDepartment of Medicine and Surgery, King Khalid University, Saudi Board of Family Medicine, Asir-Abha - 61421, Saudi Arabia.

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Background: Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy (DPN), a debilitating complication of diabetes, significantly impacts the quality of life and poses risks such as amputations. In Saudi Arabia, the rising prevalence of diabetes necessitates greater awareness of DPN, its risk factors, and preventive measures. Aim: This study investigates DPN awareness, knowledge of risk factors, and management practices among Saudi Arabian residents, focusing on demographic influences. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study among 420 subjects used structured questionnaires. Chi-square and regression analyses tested the association of demographic factors with DPN awareness. Results: Awareness gaps were profound, as only 46.7% were aware of DPN and 29.3% reported a good understanding of DPN. Age ( Conclusion: There is a significant knowledge gap that emphasizes the need for educational interventions based on demographic and cultural factors. Early screening and comprehensive management programs are crucial for mitigating complications and improving patient outcomes.

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Awarenessdiabetes complicationsdiabetic peripheral neuropathypatient educationpreventionpublic healthrisk factorsSaudi Arabia

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