Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
Abstract
Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a global health concern, with an increasing prevalence, particularly of Type 2 DM. This study conducted at Indira Gandhi Medical College, Shimla, investigates the intricate association between DM and infections, focusing on evolving infection patterns, especially during the COVID‐19 pandemic. A one‐year cross‐sectional study was carried out in the Medicine wards of IGMC Shimla. The study included patients aged over 30 with confirmed diabetes and various clinical and biochemical parameters were assessed. Statistical analysis was conducted using SPSS software. The study revealed that COVID‐19 has emerged as the most prevalent infection in patients with Type 2 DM, followed by urinary tract infections, diverging from pre‐pandemic trends. Notably, males exhibited a slightly higher susceptibility to infections, except for urinary tract infections, which were more common in diabetic women. Mortality rates were significantly higher among COVID‐19 patients, particularly those with poorly controlled diabetes (HbA1c > 8%). The study also highlighted the gender‐specific variations in infection profiles and the crucial role of glycemic control in determining clinical outcomes. This study underscores the evolving landscape of infections in diabetic patients, influenced by the COVID‐19 pandemic and emerging pathogens. It emphasizes the importance of glycemic control in improving infection‐related outcomes and the need for comprehensive strategies to manage infections in individuals with diabetes. Diabetes mellitus, infections, COVID‐19, urinary tract infections, glycemic control, mortality, gender disparities.
How to cite this article:
Namita Mehta, Rakesh Shandil, Dalip Gupta, Anchal Shandil and Akhilesh Shandil. Profiling Infections in Diabetes Patients Admitted to IGMC Medicine Ward, Shimla.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.59218/makrjms.2024.2.41.46
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/10.59218/makrjms.2024.2.41.46