DIABETES MELLITUS: UMA REVISÃO DAS COMPLICAÇÕES E CORMOBIDADES

Abstract

Diabetes is a leading cause of global mortality, with type 2 diabetes accounting for the majority of cases and increasingly affecting low- and middle-income countries. Socioeconomic changes, urbanization and sedentary lifestyle are key factors in this growing epidemic. Complications such as foot injuries can lead to ulcers and amputations, but preventive measures and intervention programs. Early screening and interdisciplinary care are essential to mitigate the debilitating effects of diabetes and its complications. The study aims to highlight the complex interactions between diabetes mellitus (DM) and its neurological and joint complications, also investigating how metabolic control influences the occurrence and severity of these complications. This is a qualitative bibliographical review with an exploratory nature, the study carried out in May 2024 searched for materials in the SciELO and PubMed databases, using the terms "Diabetes Mellitus" and "Complications" combined with the connective "AND". Free original articles in Portuguese, English and Spanish were included, without time restrictions, as long as they contained information relevant to the proposed topic. Incomplete, repeated works that were not aligned with the proposal were excluded from the analysis. DM is a multifaceted condition that causes hyperglycemia and serious complications, impacting quality of life and generating economic costs. Adequate metabolic control is essential to prevent and reduce the impact of complications such as diabetic neuropathy and joint problems. Investments in education, access to healthcare and promoting healthy lifestyles are crucial to meeting this growing challenge. A joint effort by governments, healthcare professionals and society is needed to mitigate the devastating impacts of diabetes and improve patients' lives