Promoting Glycemic Control through the Philosophy of Sufficiency Economy among Patients with Diabetes Mellitus

Abstract

Diabetes mellitus is a chronic and non-communicable disease. It occurs most frequently in adults, older adults, and pregnants. All types of diabetes have something in similar. High concentrations of blood glucose turn damage many of the body’s systems, and induce to complex complication and mortality. Appropriated blood glucose control is very important method to reduce risks of complication. Health care supporting according to the “philosophy of sufficiency economy” can serve good health care outcomes for diabetic patients. “Sufficiency” means moderation, reasonableness, and the need of self-immunity for sufficient protection. An application of knowledge with consideration and moral is essential. In the utilization of concepts and principles, it is needed for appropriated planning and implementation in every step regarding knowledge of diabetes, perceived severity and impact from diabetes, and perceived benefit in diabetic treatment and lifestyle modification on diet, exercise, and so on. However, good collaboration among the patients, families, and health care teams is an important factor that can conduce to the effective glycemic control through the philosophy of sufficiency economy.