Enhancing Patient Engagement in Managing Diabetic Foot – A Crucial Step in Diabetes Care

Diabetes mellitus is a chronic illness that affects millions of people worldwide, with one of its most severe complications that may develop is diabetic foot which also pose a significant burden to healthcare sector (1).In Malaysia, the prevalence of diabetic foot ulcers is around to 42% among diabetes patient in Kuala Lumpur (2,3).This condition, resulting from a combination of poor circulation and nerve damage, can lead to ulcers, infections, and even amputations if not managed properly (2).Effective management of diabetic foot is vital in improving health outcomes.To ensure a good health outcome can succeed, patient engagement is one of the critical components in this process.