Wawancara Pasien Penyakit Diabetes- KDKK

Summary

This interview features a conversation with an individual diagnosed with diabetes for over two years. The participant shares personal experiences, including symptoms like fatigue, blurred vision, and frequent drowsiness. The discussion covers their daily routine, diet, and lack of significant complications, although the participant does not follow strict dietary restrictions. They express a calm approach to managing their condition, avoiding stress, and self-managing through diet adjustments. The participant has not undergone regular medical check-ups and relies on occasional health assessments. Their main hope is to manage the condition better and seek a potential cure.

Takeaways

• 😀 Bapak Sadri has been diagnosed with diabetes for about 2 years.
• 😀 He does not have a family history of diabetes.
• 😀 Initial symptoms included fatigue, excessive sleepiness, and blurry vision.
• 😀 He has not experienced complications like wounds or infections, though his vision is affected by age.
• 😀 Bapak Sadri's diabetes is the 'dry' type, which typically does not cause ulcers or severe complications.
• 😀 He does not follow a strict diet but moderates the intake of sweet foods and cold rice.
• 😀 Bapak rarely exercises and does not engage in regular physical activity.
• 😀 He does not take regular medication, managing the condition by adjusting his diet and avoiding sugary drinks.
• 😀 Stress management is important for him; he believes that staying relaxed helps prevent worsening of the disease.
• 😀 He had one health check-up at a mosque and has only undergone one test in the past two years, reflecting his limited engagement with health monitoring.

Q & A

How long has the interviewee been diagnosed with diabetes?

The interviewee has been diagnosed with diabetes for about 2 years.

Is there a family history of diabetes in the interviewee's family?

No, the interviewee does not have a family history of diabetes.

What were the initial symptoms experienced before being diagnosed with diabetes?

The interviewee experienced symptoms like fatigue, excessive sleepiness, and blurry vision.

Has the interviewee experienced any complications related to diabetes?

The interviewee has not experienced complications such as non-healing wounds or other serious issues. Vision problems are attributed to aging.

What is the interviewee's daily eating and drinking routine like?

The interviewee does not strictly avoid any specific foods or drinks but is mindful of consuming too many sugary drinks and eating cold rice. They generally eat what they like.

Does the interviewee engage in regular physical activity?

No, the interviewee rarely exercises.

Is the interviewee consistently taking diabetes medication?

No, the interviewee does not take diabetes medication but tries to reduce food intake.

Has the interviewee felt stressed or struggled in coping with diabetes?

The interviewee remains calm and does not let stress affect them, as they believe stress could worsen the condition.

Does the interviewee receive support from family or relatives in managing their diabetes?

No, the interviewee does not receive any support from family or relatives for their diabetes management.

What is the interviewee’s approach to managing their blood sugar levels?

The interviewee does not find managing their blood sugar difficult, as long as they avoid stress.