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Abstract
Background: Diabetes Mellitus is a disorder in which blood glucose levels are unusually high due to defects in insulin release or its action. The prevalence of diabetes is growing worldwide and has significant implications for public health. Pakistan is ranked 3rd in the world in terms of the number of diabetic cases reported. As per the International Diabetes Federation, in the year 2021, this disease was reported to be affecting approximately 26.7% of adults in the country. This study evaluates the prevalence of diabetes and compares it to sociodemographics.
Objectives: This study aims to evaluate the prevalence of diabetes mellitus and its relationship with different sociodemographic factors among family members of 2nd-year MBBS students at Rawalpindi Medical University.
Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study was performed during the months of April-May 2024, the population of which was the immediate family members of Second Year MBBS students at Rawalpindi Medical University. A self-structured and approved questionnaire was circulated, and data from 196 people were obtained via convenience sampling.
Data Analysis was completed using SPSS version 25, and descriptive analysis was performed.
Results: The study investigated the prevalence of diabetes mellitus type 2 among the participants, finding that 20 out of 91 males (22%) and 29 out of 105 females (27.6%) were diagnosed with the condition. It showed that the highest percentage of cases was reported in the age group of 66-75 years (47.6%).
Conclusion: The increasing prevalence of diabetes worldwide is an alarming situation. Our study helped evaluate its prevalence in Pakistan, which can help as a stepping stone for further medical advancement in diabetes management. Proper counseling about lifestyle management can be very beneficial in curbing its incidence and side effects.
Keywords: Diabetes Mellitus, Prevalence, Sociodemographic Factors.