Abstract
Studies have shown Hispanic patients are at an increasing risk of developing type 2 diabetes; however, little is known about whether gender plays a role. Several studies were examined to help answer this question. Results of studies found female Hispanic patients tend to be more sedentary and thus struggle more with obesity, while male Hispanic patients tend to be more at risk due to smoking status and hypercholesterolemia. In addition, psychological distress and chronic stress were more likely to affect the risk for diabetes in men while immigration status was more likely to affect cardiovascular health in women. More studies are needed to fully understand the role of gender on diabetes risk; however, practitioners can utilize known information in order to tailor treatment to male or female Hispanic patients.
Highlights
Previous research has well established that those of Hispanic and Latino ethnicity are at a higher risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus than non-Hispanic Caucasians [1]
Based on the studies evaluated, poor mental health was more strongly linked to diabetes prevalence and symptoms in Hispanic men than women
More research should be conducted in order to determine the effect of adding a mental health component to diabetes treatment for Hispanic men
Summary
Previous research has well established that those of Hispanic and Latino ethnicity are at a higher risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus than non-Hispanic Caucasians [1]. To this date, there has been no research investigating the differences between genders within the Hispanic ethnicity. There are similar rates of diabetes in both men and women, after adjusting for factors such as age, BMI, Hispanic background, and years lived in the U.S [2], this manuscript seeks to examine possible inter-gender differences in contributing factors to type 2.
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