Pradipta, Rifky Octavia and Wahyuni, Sylvia Dwi and Zulkarnain, Hakim and Efendi, Ferry and Chong, Mei Chan (2025) I no longer feel that diabetes is the end of everything, but rather the beginning of a healthier lifestyle: Experience of type 2 diabetes mellitus patient to achieve glycemic control. Electronic Journal of General Medicine, 22 (6). ISSN 25163507

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Abstract

Introduction: This study explored the experiences of patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) who achieved glycemic control. Methods: A qualitative descriptive design was applied with 15 purposively selected participants from five primary health centers in Surabaya, Indonesia. Participants (8 women, 7 men; aged 40â 68 years; diabetes duration 2015 years) completed in-person semi-structured interviews. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis. Results: Five themes and 15 sub-themes were derived from the analysis: (1) moving between despair and hope, (2) perceptions of lifestyle changes, (3) social support, (4) coping mechanisms to reduce stress, and (5) barriers to glycemic control. These themes illustrate participantsâ transition from initial denial and emotional struggle toward adaptation, empowerment, and sustained self-care. Conclusion: Glycemic control was experienced as both clinical success and personal transformation. Healthcare providers should adopt holistic, patient-centered approaches. Policies that strengthen family engagement and community-based support may enhance self-management and improve quality of life for people with T2DM. © 2025 by Author/s and Licensed by Modestum.

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