Current Diabetes Reviews - Volume 19, Issue 3, 2023

Background: COVID-19 has become extremely dangerous manifesting itself in a variety of forms ranging from a simple flu-like illness to death. COVID-19 associated mucormycosis (CAM) is a global threat with diabetes being a major contributor. Objective: This review aims to give a clear picture of the impact of hyperglycemia in CAM along with its management. Methods: Google and Google Scholar were searched and stu Read More

Background: Breastfeeding maintains the maternal-fetal immune link after birth, favors the transmission of immunological competence, and is considered an important contributing factor to the development of the babies’ immune system. Objective: This study aimed to obtain data related to the effects of gestational diabetes on immunoglobulin A (IgA) and cytokines levels in the colostrum, before and during the pandemic Read More

Background: Hyperglycemic condition and compromised immune system may contribute to the progression of COVID-19 infection and increase the disease severity, relatively requiring a longer recovery period among diabetic patients. Objective: A systematic review was conducted to examine cytokine levels, the prevalence of risk factors, and other comorbidities in COVID-19 patients with and without diabetes mellitus during th Read More

Aims: The goal of this study was to collect the opinions of patients and HCPs who used OneTouch Verio Reflect® in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Background: Blood glucose monitoring devices are essential tools that aid healthcare professionals (HCPs) in improving outcomes in people with diabetes. Objectives: To assess the satisfaction of patients and HCPs with the new functionalities of the OneTouch Verio Reflect® Blood G Read More

Background: In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of mortality, and the incidence of premature coronary heart diseases (CHDs) is about 10-15 years earlier than that in people of western countries. Aim: The current cross-sectional study aims to describe the prevalence of CVD risk factors and estimate the 10-years risk for CHDs in the population of Abu Dhabi, UAE. Objective: The Read More

Diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2) is the most burdensome condition for the healthcare systems worldwide. Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) is a powerful tool in the management of diabetes that has helped patients with diabetes to achieve better glycemic control as compared to traditional systems. It helps reduce the frequency as well as the severity of hypoglycemia. Continuous glucose monitoring technology is an integral Read More

Background: Diabetes Mellitus Type 1 is a chronic metabolic disorder, the treatment of which extremely burdens the patient. The lockdown, as a measure to prevent the spreading of the 2019 coronavirus disease, was a major challenge for the general public. People with chronic diseases, such as T1D patients, have complex emotional and psychological needs and are at increased risk for both depressive symptoms and an Read More

Background: Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is directly associated with cardiovascular dysfunctions and microvascular complications, such as diabetic retinopathy (DR). The association between DR and increased risks of developing cardiovascular diseases has been described. The low activity of the Methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR), an enzyme involved in the metabolism of homocysteine, can lead to hyperhomocysteine Read More

Aim: This systematic review aimed to appraise and recapitulate all research investigations to elucidate the effects of Sesamum indicum preparations on managing the cardiometabolic syndrome of Diabetes mellitus (DM) and metabolic syndrome (MetS). Methods: A systematic review was carried out in a Cochrane fashion and in compliance with the PRISMA checklist using the published academic works in PubMed/MED Read More

Background and Aims: This cross-sectional study aimed to determine potential factors with a strong association with metabolic syndrome (MetS) among obesity and lipid-related parameters, and liver enzymes, fasting blood glucose (FBG), and blood pressure (BP) as well as some sociodemographic factors in elderly over 60 years old from a sample of Birjand Longitudinal Aging Study (BLAS). Methods: A total of 136 Read More

Objective: Muslims with insulin-dependent type 2 diabetes are at high risk for adverse events while fasting during the month of Ramadan. However, advances in pharmacologic therapy coupled with creative strategies of insulin administration can mitigate complications. This narrative literature review investigates which insulin subtypes are likely to prevent hypoglycemic events and reduce hyperglycemia during the Ramadan fas Read More

Celiac disease is diagnosed more commonly with type 1 diabetes, and the most problematic aspect for a child with type 1 diabetes and celiac disease is that most GFD foods have a high glycemic index, while low glycemic index foods are recommended for type 1 diabetes mellitus. As a result, dietary controls become more difficult. Diet management could improve the elevated HbA1c levels. The aim of this review is to ill Read More