USE OF HONEY FOR THE WOUND-HEALING PROCESS OF DIABETES MELLITUS

Abstract

Diabetes Mellitus is an increase in blood sugar levels in the blood or hyperglycemia. In this condition, there are abnormalities in carbohydrate, fat and protein metabolism caused by decreased insulin secretion or decreased insulin sensitivity or both. It causes chronic complications of microvascular, macrovascular, and neuropathy. This literature review aims to find out more about the use of honey for the wound-healing process in Diabetes Mellitus. The literature search method used the Google Scholar database, and Hurzing Publish or Perish (2017-2023) using the keywords "Honey for Wound-Healing" AND "Diabetes Mellitus." There were 3 journals that met the specified inclusion criteria. The results of the literature analysis were published in 2017, 2019, and 2022, and the research design used was quasi-experimental. The sampling techniques used were purposive sampling, accidental sampling, and consecutive sampling. The research instrument used was an observation sheet. The data analysis used by the majority (66%) was the Independent T Test analysis test. The results of a review of all journals state that there is a significant effect of using honey in wound care on the wound healing process, growth of granulation tissue, reduction of exudate, wound depth, necrotic tissue, wound size, and signs of infection in the wound. Health workers can apply/apply the use of honey in wound care in Diabetes Mellitus patients.