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Iran J Diabetes Metab. 2026, 26(2): 153-161 |
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Fakhri A, Falahati A. Common Misconceptions Regarding Diabetes Mellitus among Clients Attending Comprehensive Health Service Centers: A Qualitative Study. Iran J Diabetes Metab. 2026; 26 (2) :153-161
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1- Social Determinants of Health, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran , fakhri-a@kaums.ac.ir
2- Kashan Health Center, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
2- Kashan Health Center, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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Background: Diabetes is a prevalent chronic disease accompanied by numerous misconceptions among the general population. This qualitative study aimed to identify and categorize misconceptions about diabetes among individuals visiting healthcare centers.
Methods: The findings of this study are part of a research project to design a tool aimed at assessing awareness regarding diabetes. To identify misconceptions about diabetes, 12 semi-structured interviews were conducted with individuals of both genders. The data were analyzed using qualitative content analysis.
Results: Out of 420 identified codes, 64 were extracted as misconceptions about diabetes. These misconceptions were categorized into domains including general characteristics of diabetes, risk factors, symptoms, complications, prevention and management of diabetes, and other beliefs.
Conclusion: Findings revealed misunderstandings regarding diagnostic criteria, risk factors, unrealistic symptoms, and unscientific care practices. The results underscore the need for targeted educational programs to correct misconceptions and enhance public awareness.
Methods: The findings of this study are part of a research project to design a tool aimed at assessing awareness regarding diabetes. To identify misconceptions about diabetes, 12 semi-structured interviews were conducted with individuals of both genders. The data were analyzed using qualitative content analysis.
Results: Out of 420 identified codes, 64 were extracted as misconceptions about diabetes. These misconceptions were categorized into domains including general characteristics of diabetes, risk factors, symptoms, complications, prevention and management of diabetes, and other beliefs.
Conclusion: Findings revealed misunderstandings regarding diagnostic criteria, risk factors, unrealistic symptoms, and unscientific care practices. The results underscore the need for targeted educational programs to correct misconceptions and enhance public awareness.
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