Diabetes self-care and disease knowledge

Espírito-Santo, Margarida; Nascimento, Tânia; Gomes, Eurico

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Espírito-Santo, Margarida

Nascimento, Tânia

Gomes, Eurico

Abstract(s)

Diabetes mellitus (DM), presenting as a chronic metabolic pathology, is multifactorial and factors such as self-care can positively contribute to the glycemic control. Allied with patient’s behaviour, the knowledge about this disease may empower patient´s to achieve appropriate disease management including treatment adherence and avoidance of complications.