Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a chronic metabolic disorder that poses significant challenges to patients’ quality of life (QoL), particularly in rural and mountainous regions where access to healthcare services is limited. In Greece, the geographical and infrastructural barriers of mountainous areas exacerbate these challenges, creating a unique set of circumstances for T2DM management. This essay explores the impact of T2DM on patients’ QoL in mountainous Greece, with a focus on access to primary health services, the role of healthcare infrastructure, and potential strategies for improving outcomes. Living with T2DM affects multiple dimensions of a patient’s QoL, including physical, psychological, and social well-being. Physically, the disease’s complications—such as neuropathy, retinopathy, and cardiovascular issues—impose limitations on mobility and daily activities. Patients in mountainous regions face additional challenges due to the physical demands of their environment, such as steep terrains and harsh weather conditions, which can exacerbate mobility issues and reduce adherence to physical activity recommendations.
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