Endocrine Abstracts

Introduction: Hypertension is a very common chronic disease worldwide. Its imbalance is one of the main causes of cardiovascular and neurodegenerative complications.Patients and Methods: We collected data from hypertensive patients who voluntarily presented for screening on both diabetes and hypertension screening days.Poor blood pressure control was defined as systolic blood pressure (SBP) greater than or equal to 140 mmHg and/or diastolic blood pressur...

IntroductionType 2 diabetes mellitus is a major non communicable disease which needs continuous and improved interventions. Knowledge assessment studies are useful for providing baselines for healthcare policies and educational programs.Aim of this studyTo evaluate diabetes-related knowledge among type 2 diabetes patients.MethodsA cross sectional study was conduct...

Introduction: Obesity is a global epidemic with a growing prevalence in recent decades. In Tunisia, obesity is a major problem as it is increasing in adults as well as in children and adolescents. It therefore appears important to deepen the knowledge on this pathology and especially on the psychological profile, since studies concerning the mental health of obese subjects remain rare.Purpose: Study the psychological impact of obesity in adult women<...

IntroductionObesity is recognized to be one of the greatest public health problems worldwide. In addition to physical health problems, obesity is also linked to an increased risk of mental health disorders such as anxiety. The objective of this study was to determine the prevalence of anxiety in obese adults and the factors associated with anxiety in this population.MethodsWe conducted a cross-sectional study...

IntroductionSelf-esteem is widely viewed as a person’s overall evaluation about self-worth or personal value and is considered an essential indicator for positive mental health and psychological well-being. This study sought to explore the level of self-esteem and identify the factors associated with low self-esteem in this population.MethodsIt was a cross-sectional study conducted in Sfax, Southern Tuni...