Introduction: The World Health Organization (WHO) defines diabetes mellitus (DM) as a chronic metabolic condition with multiple etiologies. Diabetes mellitus happens when there is a disturbance in the insulin hormone level that results in an increase of glucose in the blood. The insulin hormone is necessary to regulate the blood sugar level to avoid its elevation or hyperglycemia. Objectives: The main objective of the study is to assess the knowledge and awareness level of the diabetic foot among diabetic patients in Saudi Arabia. Methodology: The study design was a descriptive cross-sectional study conducted from July 2024 to March 2025in Saudi Arabia. The study included diabetic patients with type 1 or type 2 from both sexes in Saudi Arabia. The questionnaire assessed knowledge and awareness of diabetic foot disease, care, prior education and complications. Furthermore, medical students obtained information via a Google Form questionnaire. The data was analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS). Results: The purpose of this study was to determine the diabetic foot complications knowledge and awareness of 385 diabetic patients in Saudi Arabia. Results: 88% 'claimed to know the link between diabetes and foot problems; however, misconceptions remained, with 55.3% believing 'stable blood sugar abolishes symptoms. Awareness levels were moderate: 56.9% were moderate and only 16.1% were high. Moreover, 39.7% demonstrated both high knowledge and positive attitudes on diabetic foot care. Though a wealth of information on these complications exists, there is room to close these gaps in knowledge to enhance education around prevention and understanding of diabetic foot issues. Conclusion: The findings of this study reinforce the imperative need for greater educational efforts to improve diabetic patients’ knowledge and awareness of diabetic foot complications in Saudi Arabia. Gaps in understanding point to the need for tailored educational programs designed to meet the needs of diverse populations.
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