Cutaneous Manifestations of Diabetes Mellitus and Prediabetes

Authors

  • Maria Mendonça Sanches Clínica Universitária de Dermatologia. Hospital de Santa Maria. Lisbon.
  • Ângela Roda Clínica Universitária de Dermatologia. Hospital de Santa Maria. Lisbon.
  • Rita Pimenta Clínica Universitária de Dermatologia. Hospital de Santa Maria. Lisbon.
  • Paulo Leal Filipe Clínica Universitária de Dermatologia. Hospital de Santa Maria. Lisbon.
  • João Pedro Freitas Clínica Universitária de Dermatologia. Hospital de Santa Maria. Lisbon.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.20344/amp.10738

Keywords:

Diabetes Complications, Diabetes Mellitus, Prediabetic State, Skin Diseases/etiology

Abstract

Diabetes is a serious, chronic disease with a rising prevalence worldwide. Its complications are a major cause of morbidity and mortality and contribute substantially to health care costs. In this article the authors review the most common and sensitive skin manifestations that can be present on patients with diabetes and prediabetes. The prompt recognition of these frequently underestimated entities is extremely important as it may trigger not only an adequate metabolic evaluation but also a timely referral and appropriate treatment, minimizing the secondary effects of long-term diabetes and improving the prognosis of diabetic patients.

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Published

2019-06-28

How to Cite

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Sanches MM, Roda Ângela, Pimenta R, Filipe PL, Freitas JP. Cutaneous Manifestations of Diabetes Mellitus and Prediabetes. Acta Med Port [Internet]. 2019 Jun. 28 [cited 2024 Nov. 24];32(6):459-65. Available from: https://actamedicaportuguesa.com/revista/index.php/amp/article/view/10738

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Review Articles