Self-Care behavior to delay Diabetes complication among Diabetes patients

Abstract

This study used a qualitative research method. The objective of this study was to study the self-care behaviors of diabetic patients to delay complications. This study was conducted in patients with diabetes for more than 10 years, both without comorbidity and having comorbid disease for less than 5 years, who were treated in a non-communicable disease clinic at Na Si Nuan Sub-District Health Promoting Hospital. Collect data with in-depth interviews and analyze data with content analysis.

       Research results: 30 key informants had self-care among dietary, smoking cessation, exercise, quitting alcoholic and taking medications to slow down complications with self-monitoring and observation for symptoms of low or higher blood sugar levels, had the skills to perform appropriate activities to prevent complications. Information and knowledge were sought from various media, and activities were adjusted to suit changes in disease and treatment, and it was considered an activity that was necessary for life.