September 19, 2025CureusOpen Access

Urban-Rural Comparison of Knowledge and Practices of Diabetes Mellitus Among Type 2 Diabetic Population in Telangana: A Cross-Sectional Study

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Cross-sectional study reveals significant differences in diabetes awareness and management in urban and rural populations.

Higher educational status in urban areas significantly influences diabetes awareness and management practices.
The study found that 26.38% of participants linked a stressful lifestyle as a major risk factor for diabetes.
Exercise, diet, and medications were the primary management strategies, reflecting different preferences across urban and rural settings.
The study highlights knowledge gaps in diabetes care, especially among the rural diabetic population in Telangana.

Misra et al. (2025) studied this question.

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