Cutaneous And Dermatic Changes Of Diabetes
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2018-06-30
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faculty of Basic Medical Science - Libyan International Medical University
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Diabetes is the most common endocrine disorder, affecting 8.3% of the population . Skin disorders
will be present in 79.2% of people with diabetes.A study of 750 patients with diabetes found that
the most common skin manifestations were cutaneous infections (47.5%), xerosis (26.4%), and
inflammatory skin diseases (20.7%). Individuals with type 2 diabetes are more likely than those
with type 1 diabetes to develop cutaneous manifestations. Cutaneous disease can appear as the first
sign of diabetes or may develop at any time in the course of the disease. This review provides a brief
overview of skin conditions that primary care providers (PCPs) may encounter when treating patients
with diabetes
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Diabetes is the most common endocrine disorder, and many cutaneous disorders are associated with
diabetes. Knowledge of these skin conditions can aid PCPs in the diagnosis of diabetes and the
treatment of its associated skin conditions. Most conditions can be managed by PCPs, but referral to
a dermatologist may be warranted in some cases. As the incidence and prevalence of diabetes
increases, skin manifestations associated with diabetes will become more common. Thus, PCPs
should familiarize themselves with their presentation and treatment.
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