Influence of Disease Knowledge on the Metabolic Control of Diabetes Mellitus: A Cross-Sectional Study

This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the characteristics of patients with diabetes and the factors affecting both metabolic control and disease knowledge. Although general knowledge of diabetes was "medium" for most patients, this level of knowledge may not be sufficient to ensure good self-care, especially in IT and those with a longer duration of disease. A longer duration of diagnosis was associated with poorer metabolic control, which may be related to the natural progression of diabetes and the challenges in maintaining adequate control over time. This finding highlights the need for continuous and personalized strategies for managing the disease as it progresses. Furthermore, these results emphasize the need for public health policies that promote enhanced diabetes education, aiming to empower patients to manage their condition more effectively.