type 2 diabetes

Lifestyle Changes of Type 2 Diabetes Subjects Expressing CDKN2A in Some Tribes in Nigeria

Obi, Chidinma Doris, Ebirien-Agana, Samuel Bartimaeus, Nwachuku, Edna Ogechi & Brown, Holy · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2026

Background: Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is characterised by pancreatic beta-cell dysfunction and insulin resistance resulting from the interaction of genetic and environmental factors. The cyclin-dependent kinase inhibitor 2A (CDKN/2A) gene locus has been implicated in T2D susceptibili...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i41374

Comparative Effects of Psyllium and Methylcellulose on LDL Cholesterol and Glycemic Control in Type 2 Diabetes Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Augustina Ampah · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2025

Type 2 diabetes (T2D) denotes a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by dyslipidemia, especially raised low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) increasing cardiovascular disease risk. This study aims to compare the lipid-lowering effects of psyllium and methylcellulose in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i31183

Integrating Sglt-2 Inhibitors into the Clinical Management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Chronic Kidney Disease: Current Evidence and Future Outlook

Agus Layanto, Lely Kusumaningrum, Cynthia Arsita & Fenny Halim · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2024

Objective and Background: The prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is steadily increasing globally. A significant complication of T2DM is diabetic kidney disease, which contributes to increased morbidity and mortality. Sodium-Glucose Co-Transporter-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitors...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121139

The Prevalence of Microalbuinuria & Associated Risk Factors at the Time of Diagnosis among Type 2 Diabetic Patients in Rajshahi City, Bangladesh

Rumana Ferdous, Md. Mamunur Rahman, Chaman Ara, Md. Hasan Al Khurshid & Humayra Rumu · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2023

Background: The presence of albumin in the urine is a marker of glomerular involvement in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), depicting diabetic nephropathy. Strict glycemic control can prevent and delay the occurrence of microalbuminuria and other diabetic complications. Therefore,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2023/v21i11938

Patient-Related Factors Affecting Type 2 Diabetes Medication Non-Adherence: A Comprehensive Review of BMI, Knowledge Levels, Treatment Concerns, and Self-Efficacy

Emily Milla-Amekor & Ebenezer Ato Ewusie · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2023

The persistent issue of non-adherence to medications in patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes has far-reaching implications, affecting not only the health outcomes for individual patients but also exacerbating the overall financial burden of healthcare systems. This article aim...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2023/v21i11918

Risk Factors of Hypertension among Type 2 Diabetic Patients in Imo state, South East of Nigeria

Ugonma, Winnie Dozie, Nnenna, Vivian Okonkwo, Okwuchi, Blessed Nworuh, Somtochukwu, Mercy Orji, Chidozie Joakin Nwaokoro & Ikechukwu, Nosike Simplicius Dozie · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2020

Background: Hypertension is among the important causes of non-communicable disease burden worldwide. It has raised public health concerns in both developed and developing nations. It mostly occurs in patients with diabetes and the prevalence depends on duration, type and age of t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2020/v18i1030253