Publications by authors named "Thekra S Alqahtani"
Introduction: Kidney transplantation is the preferred treatment for end-stage renal disease (ESRD), offering a superior quality of life and extended survival compared to other renal replacement therapies. As the number of ESRD patients grows, so does the demand for organ transplants. The prevalence of ESRD is anticipated to escalate further due to the rising rates of diabetes mellitus (DM), hypertension (HTN), and obesity.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPrevalence of Sleep Disorders Among Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus at Primary Healthcare Centers in the South Region of Abha City.
Ali Al Amri Mohammed Abdullah A Alshahrani Mousa A Asiri Majdoleen A Abdulrahman Ali Yahya A Alshehri Meshal Mohammed M Alqahtani Thekra S Alqahtani
Cureus
September 2023
Article Synopsis
- Type 2 diabetes is a serious public health issue that impacts how the body processes glucose, leading to the need for lifestyle changes and medication for management.
- This research focused on sleep-related problems in individuals diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, studying 230 patients from primary healthcare in Abha city using self-administered questionnaires.
- Results showed a significant prevalence of sleep disturbances, with many participants experiencing trouble falling asleep, waking at night, daytime sleepiness, and symptoms like restless legs affecting their overall sleep quality.